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Job Overview: Our client is seeking a Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist  to join their team. The lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist works in conjunction with the Director of Imaging and Imaging Medical Staff to improve patient and work flow via providing support, education and leadership to the technical staff.  Supports the mission and vision of the Hospital. Responsible for day-to-day operations of the Nuclear Medicine section in the Imaging Department.  Demonstrates knowledge of clinical procedures, equipment and policies - Hospital and Department - that are necessary for job performance.  Collaborates with other department leadership to develop and implement methods to achieve established goals and objectives.  Coordinates the work activities of assigned staff associates and patient scheduling.  Maintains and achieves daily productivity and quality assurance standards set by management.  Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written.

Job Summary: Primary Duties:

• Assumes the responsibilities for the day-to-day operations of the Nuclear Medicine section.
• Demonstrates general job knowledge of Nuclear Medicine procedures and equipment necessary for job performance.
• Demonstrates general job knowledge of policies and procedures - Hospital and Imaging Department - necessary for job performance.
• Perform Radiopharmaceutical kit preparations and quality control according to departmental procedure and manufacture specification.
• Calibrate Nuclear Medicine equipment according to manufacture specifications.
• Administer radiopharmaceutical in compliance with established regulations and accreditation agencies.
• Coordinate the flow and schedule of inpatients and outpatients to ensure optimal patient satisfaction, while ensuring all patient safety measures are maintained.
• Ensures and maintains quality control in regards to patient care and equipment usage. Ensures quality assurance tests are performed daily/weekly and all policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Participate in the interview and selection of staff.
• Responsible for the performance, evaluation and disciplinary processes of assigned personnel.
• Provides technical assistance to physicians, and technologists.  Acts as a resource. 
• Provides technical direction with complex cases and resolves problems.
• Assists others in meeting department responsibilities and goals.
• Assists the Imaging Director and Operations Manager with assessing the policies and procedures for the area of responsibility on an annual basis.
• Assists with coordinating operational changes and provides training for technologists
• Schedules routine preventative maintenance on equipment to meet safety and regularity standards.  Instructs other area personnel in Radiation Protection, as needed, and ensures their safety.
• Coordinates the schedule and work activities of assigned staff.
• Coordinates and answers questions regarding scheduling and patient information.
• Leads educational and training programs for employees regarding equipment usage, new protocols, patient safety, and career development
• Leads programs for performance improvement, efficiency and productivity, employee engagement and patient experience.
• Continued to act as a preceptor for new hires
• Collaborates with department leadership to develop and implement methods to achieve established goals and objectives.
• Assists the imaging director with the maintenance of all required section records and the provision of any statistical data that might be required in support of management activities
• Other duties as required, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, but mainly to highlight the current main responsibilities of the post.

• Minimum of four (4) years post graduate experience in Nuclear Medicine in an acute care hospital (of which not less than two (2) years’ experience as a senior NM Radiographer in an acute care hospital), is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Radiography, or graduation from an accredited diploma program (minimum three (3) year curriculum), is required
• Current national license is required
• Graduation from an accredited MRI program is preferred
• Master’s degree in Medical Imaging or relevant clinical master’s degree in a related field is preferred (will reduce one (1) year from the required years of experience)
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians and radiologists to coordinate proper imaging of patients
• Ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Some Benefits Include:

• Excellent Salary (dependent on years of experience & level of qualification) 
• Accommodation provided 
• Flight at start and end of contract
• Flight allowance paid monthly (over 12 months adds up to cost of flight to point of hire i.e. UK)
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Annual leave 25 days plus 10 public holidays per annum
• End of service award (30 days pay for each year of service at the end of your contract- paid tax free)