Job Description:

Job Summary: Responsible for performing brain SPECT scans, as well as related general quality assurance procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performing brain SPECT scansPatient preparation of IV'sPreparation of patient dosesAdministration of patient dosesProcessing and printing scan images before end of work dayAdministration of testing protocolsMaintain Odyssey hard driveMaintain an accurate and up to date log bookPerform daily quality control on camerasPerform all hot lab dutiesDaily constancy with two sourcesDaily surveysWeekly wipe testsOrder correct number of isotope vials a day prior to scansMaintain all required documentationPerform semi-annual sealed source leak testPerform quarterly dose calibrator linearity testsPerform annual geometry and accuracy test on dose calibratorManage medical supplies inventory Qualifications and Requirements: Current Nuclear Medicine Technologist LicenseAbility to work efficiently with large patient volumes in a fast paced environmentCapable of working with challenging patientsAbility to communicate technical information to general publicTime management and organization and ability to work independently and within a team are critical. Empathy, emotional stability, ability to relate well to others, good communications skills and above all genuine care and regard for the patient are required. Familiarity with brain imaging is a plusFamiliarity with Picker Prism 3000 system is a plus Amen Clinics, Inc. is a drug free work environment, where screening can be required by management. Scan Technologists must agree to a thorough background check. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting for long periods of timeFrequent typing and viewing of a computer screenFrequent use of hand and fingers with machines, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, scanner and telephoneFrequent hearing, listening and speaking by telephone and in personOccasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop or bend· Occasionally required to lift objects up to 15 lbs. with ability to lift multiple times per day. Work Environment: The work environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters white performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work indoors in temperature-controlled environmentThe noise level is usually moderate