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Required Skills

Perform a variety of nuclear medicine imaging, Hybrid PET/CT imaging and therapeutic procedures on patients of all ages, according to established standards, policies, protocols and guidelines.

• Advanced procedures including
• PET/CT exams
• Shunt patency exams
• Brain death studies
• Octreoscan

Therapeutic administrations including

• Inpatient and Outpatient ¹³¹I ablations
• Strontium/Samarium
• Xofigo
• SPECT/CT Imaging
• Attenuation Correction and diagnostic quality studies
• Oral and IV contrasted studies 

Maintain technical skills relating to imaging factors.

Maintain an excellent guest relations rapport with patients, visitors, Physicians and fellow employees.

Maintain skills in performing emergency and routine patient care as required.

Maintain technical skills with the performance of bariatric imaging to include the operation of bariatric patient transfer devices.

Maintain technical skills with the performance of imaging of ICU patients.

Utilize proper infection control practices per the department procedure manual.

Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operations of the department.

Ensure proper recording and transmission of patient information.

Comply with department procedure regarding employee / patient incident reports.

Participate in continuing education and maintain knowledge of current and new technology.

Perform quality control procedures in accordance with manufacture guidelines on all Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment.

Successfully perform biweekly Normalization of PET/CT scanner and keep proper records of   Remove this requirement is obsolete.

Capable of modifying existing protocols and building new protocols for the PET/CT scanner.

Capable of resolving camera issues-calling support, rescheduling patients, rearranging the schedule, and able to assist field engineers when needed.

Monitor Preventative Maintenance of both scanner and contrast injector.

Maintain proper safety measures in handling of all radiopharmaceuticals and employee radiation exposure dosage.

Capable of working independently and provide guidance to Level I & II Technologists. Assist with the instruction of radiography students and new employees.

Participate in flexible work hours that coincide with workload demands, overtime required when necessary.

Take call as required to assigned area of department.

Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Performs various laboratory tests, evaluates data, and provides information for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

1. Performs quality control and evaluates the quality control data to assess accuracy, reproducibility and validity of laboratory results.

1. Recognizes unexpected results, errors, and problems with patient’s results or knows when to seek advice.

1. Assists with education of new employees or students as assigned.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

1. Maintains and communicates departmental records of test performed, test results and equipment maintenance.

1. Participates in the collection of specimens and samples from patients.

1. Takes part in department in-service programs.

1. Is knowledgeable of and abides by safety regulations.

1. Maintains 12 hours of continuing education per year in general laboratory topics.

1. Maintains cross-training in a minimum of two diverse technical areas.

1. Maintains confidentiality of information regarding all patient testing/results as detailed in hospital policies.

1. Assists in the overall operation of the laboratory, including utilization of resources and follows laboratory safety regulations.

1. Contributes to effective customer relations by assisting patients, visitors, physicians to resolve expressed concerns and by demonstrating a welcoming and helpful attitude.

1. Assure compliance with all local, state, federal and national regulatory agencies or organizations.

1. Conserves hospital resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to perform job duties.

1. Ensures that professional and personal activities conform to Memorial Medical Center’s Strategic plan and Mission, Vision, and Values.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Receives requests for bulk mailings; determines best mailing and delivery methods to achieve desired results.

1. Receives and sorts incoming, outgoing, and interdepartmental mail. Batches, bundles, routes, and/or delivers mail, providing special attention and handling to urgent mail, packages, and other specialty items.

1. Works closely with external mail services firms for the coordination of services or to resolve inquiries.

1. Develops and maintains PFS mail slots and ensures postage/mailing supplies, such as express mail envelopes and bills of lading, are available.

1. Tracks department mail volume activity and compiles written results for management.

1. Process’s assigned folders according to departmental procedures.

1. Reviews Subpoena &/or HIPAA Authorization Requests and validates forms are completed in accordance with MMC requirements.

1. Logs incoming Subpoena and/or HIPAA Authorization Requests. Processes approved requests and delivers by fax or USPS Mail to requestor.  Processes denied requests notifying requestor with reason for denial.

1. Serves as a back-up for other areas within the unit or department, especially during times of special needs or staff absences.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• • SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.
  • COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.
  • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.
  • EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. The technologist checks the patients’ chart or scripts to be sure the exam ordered by the physician matches the requisition received by the department.
2. Use independent professional judgment to assure exam will clinically evaluate the given diagnosis. Refer discrepancies to radiologist or ordering physician.
3. Prepares the room, equipment, medication and secures supplies need to perform the exam and maintain a clean and safe environment for patient. Chooses appropriate transducer and disinfects used medical equipment per policy.
4. Will adhere to safety standards set forth by the organization in accordance with ACR guidelines.
5. The technologist will explain the procedure and the function of the equipment to the patient as well as answer any questions the patient may have, will intently review the medical history prior to starting procedure, check patient record for previous pertinent information or procedures, contact radiologist when direction is needed, document appropriate information in the patient record/PACS system.
6. Performs requested US exams of appropriate regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the organization and the reading radiologist. Observes patient during procedure, reports unusual occurrences and records patients’ condition when necessary.
7. Lifts, moves, and transports patients via wheelchair or cart when necessary.
8. Transfers, maintains basic quality assurance issues and recalls images from PACS system.
9. Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots when appropriate. Reports any need for service or repair to appropriate leadership.
10. Participates in ongoing QA/QC and process improvement programs.
11. Assists in providing a safe work environment and is dedicated to providing patient satisfaction.
12. Maintain continuing education credits in compliance with licensing agency.
13. Maintains clinical competency.
14. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures including, but not limited to, those regarding infection control, hand hygiene, attendance, and appearance.
15. Performs other duties as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Work collaboratively with ED physicians, residents and other healthcare providers to promote and improve safe medication use

• Consult with physicians and other health care providers to develop and implement a medication plan that meets the overall goals of patient care established by the health care team
• Assist with drug therapy management in medical emergencies (i.e. codes, trauma, stroke)
• Assist the nurse in gathering accurate home medication lists in complicated, admitted patients
• Represents pharmacy at various interdepartmental meetings (i.e. Unit Based Council, ED Committee, etc.)
• Serve as a liaison between the pharmacy and ED to ensure the timely administration of medications

1. Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of evidence based, medication use guidelines that meet National criteria for quality measures such as in Heart Failure, Stroke, AMI, Pneumonia and Sepsis

1. Provide patient specific medication use teaching in high risk patients (i.e. Poly-pharmacy, pediatric patients, patients on high risk medications or who have been identified as high risk for readmission)

1. Ensures appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of each patient’s medication regimen in order to manage all aspects of medication use for patients in the ED

1. Documents all recommendations and interventions in the electronic medical chart

1. Prevent, detect, monitor, and report adverse events (medication errors and adverse reactions).

1. Serves as an educational resource for patients, pharmacy colleagues, students, residents, physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

1. Performs order entry, order verification or clinical order review

1. Serves as a pharmacy representative to various Hospital committees or project work groups as they relate to clinical pharmacy-ED practice

• Provides Pharmacy & Therapeutic Committee support through presentations for formulary management or quality improvement as needed

1. Actively participates in the professional development of pharmacy students and pharmacy residents

1. Meets and maintains the requirements to serve as a pharmacy residency preceptor

1. Ensures compliance with all local, state and national regulatory requirements and practices within Springfield Memorial Hospital’s policies and procedures.

1. Participate in or lead at least 1 quality improvement, medication safety or emergency preparedness initiative on an annual basis

1. Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education, seminars, workshops and professional affiliations.

1. Provide formal medication related consultations (i.e. Pharmacokinetic consultations) as required

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Work collaboratively with physicians, residents and other healthcare providers to promote and improve safe medication use

• Consult with physicians and other health care providers to develop and implement a medication plan that meets the overall goals of patient care established by the health care team
• Participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds as appropriate and required
• In the absence of the lead clinical pharmacist, represents pharmacy at select interdepartmental meetings (i.e. Unit Base Council Meetings) as needed

1. Promotes and demonstrates rational, cost effective drug therapy through effective, criteria based management of medications

1. Performs the basic clinical and operational functions to care for patients on most medical units.

1. Provide patient specific medication use teaching in high risk patients (i.e. Poly-pharmacy, pediatric patients, patients on high risk medications or who have been identified as high risk for readmission)

1. Ensures appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of each patient’s medication regimen in order to manage all aspects of medication use for patients on the units served

1. Documents all recommendations and interventions in the electronic medical chart

1. Prevent, detect, monitor, and report adverse events (medication errors and adverse reactions).

1. Promotes evidence based, medication related care especially in the areas of Heart Failure, Stroke, AMI, Pneumonia, Sepsis and with use of all antimicrobial agents

1. Provides patient education as needed and serves as a resource for accurate and timely Drug

Information for all healthcare providers

1. Serves as an educational resource for pharmacy colleagues, students, residents, physicians, nurses and other health care professionals.

1. Performs order entry, order verification or clinical order review

1. Actively participates in the professional development of pharmacy students and pharmacy residents as required

1. Ensures compliance with all local, state and regulatory requirements and practices within Springfield Memorial Hospital’s policies and procedures.

1. Assists lead clinical pharmacist or participates in at least 1 quality improvement initiative on an annual basis

1. Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education, seminars, workshops and professional affiliations.

1. Provide formal medication related consultations (i.e. Pharmacokinetic consultations) as required

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Maintains and demonstrates appropriate knowledge of changing pharmacy practice.

1. Willing and able to communicate with patients, families, physicians and staff to discuss issues related to medication therapy. Responds to patient requests in a timely manner.

1. Ability to work independently to identify and appropriately resolve drug therapy problems.

1. Ability to exercise sound professional judgment while reviewing and verification of orders.

1. Ability to manage operational workflow, set priorities, and respond quickly to changing demands with minimal supervision.

1. Serves as a role model for all staff through compliance with professional and regulatory standards, and with all Health System policies and Behavior Standards.

1. Ability to use electronic drug information sources and other tertiary references to provide accurate, timely drug information upon request.

1. Responsible for activities of pharmacy technicians to ensure that all activities are performed completely, accurately, and safely and meet the intent of both state and federal laws.

1. Compounds, prepares, packages and dispenses pharmaceuticals according to all state and federal law requirements

1. Counsels patients upon request

1. Documents all recommendations and interventions in the electronic medical chart

1. Commits to sharing their knowledge, skills, experience, and values in preparing the “next generation” of pharmacists

1. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:  Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., preparing IV admixtures, use of a computer keyboard).  May require lifting and carrying light loads, including boxes, equipment, unit dose-cassettes, and IV solutions and stooping or kneeling.  Sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time (4-8 hours) is often necessary.  Must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job.

Occupational Hazards:  Potential for exposure to infectious patients and materials, though rare.  Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances including chemotherapy, cytotoxic drugs, and cleaning solutions.  Potential for sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp, potentially contaminated items.  Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Work collaboratively with physicians, residents and other healthcare providers to promote and improve safe medication use

• Consult with physicians and other health care providers to develop and implement a medication plan that meets the overall goals of patient care established by the health care team
• Participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds as appropriate and required
• In the absence of the lead clinical pharmacist, represents pharmacy at select interdepartmental meetings (i.e. Unit Base Council Meetings) as needed

1. Promotes and demonstrates rational, cost effective drug therapy through effective, criteria based management of medications

1. Performs the basic clinical and operational functions to care for patients on most medical units.

1. Provide patient specific medication use teaching in high risk patients (i.e. Poly-pharmacy, pediatric patients, patients on high risk medications or who have been identified as high risk for readmission)

1. Ensures appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of each patient’s medication regimen in order to manage all aspects of medication use for patients on the units served

1. Documents all recommendations and interventions in the electronic medical chart

1. Prevent, detect, monitor, and report adverse events (medication errors and adverse reactions).

1. Promotes evidence based, medication related care especially in the areas of Heart Failure, Stroke, AMI, Pneumonia, Sepsis and with use of all antimicrobial agents

1. Provides patient education as needed and serves as a resource for accurate and timely Drug

Information for all healthcare providers

1. Serves as an educational resource for pharmacy colleagues, students, residents, physicians, nurses and other health care professionals.

1. Performs order entry, order verification or clinical order review

1. Actively participates in the professional development of pharmacy students and pharmacy residents as required

1. Ensures compliance with all local, state and regulatory requirements and practices within Springfield Memorial Hospital’s policies and procedures.

1. Assists lead clinical pharmacist or participates in at least 1 quality improvement initiative on an annual basis

1. Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education, seminars, workshops and professional affiliations.

1. Provide formal medication related consultations (i.e. Pharmacokinetic consultations) as required

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Troubleshooting – Respiratory

• Diagnose, repair, and/or modify equipment as needed in order to assure proper functioning of respiratory equipment.  This may be done in the shop or in the field.
• Be skilled in troubleshooting respiratory equipment to determine type of service or parts necessary for repair.  Provide excellent listening and communication skills to customers in troubleshooting service requests via telephone or in person.
• In case of equipment failure or breakdown, converse with the operator of equipment to ascertain if this mechanical or user error. That may prevent a tech to go out and exchange or repair equipment.  

1. Equipment Assembly

• Assemble any new equipment coming in to make sure it is patient ready for patient delivery/pick up.

1. Repair Respiratory Equipment

• Provide service or repair for:

• Equipment to be delivered in compliance with specific medical requirements.
• Repair of damaged or malfunctioning customer equipment.
• Routine service required by the manufacturer.

• Be able to prepare and effectively communicate repair quotes.
• Be able to repair all types of medical equipment provided, including:

• Rental DME.
• Respiratory DME in a timely manner.

1. Maintenance – All Medical Equipment

• Inspect incoming rentals for hours used, maintenance needed and repairs required.  Inspect and process returns per company and infection control guidelines.
• Design and implement test procedures for outgoing and incoming equipment and, as needed, calibrate O2 testing equipment.
• Follow established maintenance schedule for each piece of rental equipment per specific equipment procedure requirements (concentrators, cylinders) and per manufacturer’s recommendations.  Maintain equipment in good working order and appearance and verify equipment is working properly.
• Monitor and report abnormal wear and tear to equipment that may be caused by customer misuse or abuse.
• Replace disposables as needed.
• When complex repairs are needed, ensure repairs are scheduled and completed.

• Perform a thorough check on wheelchairs, beds, etc., in house and in the field and verify equipment is working properly.
• Provide complete thorough documentation on all equipment purchased or rental.

1. Cleaning and Sterilizing – All Medical Equipment

• Clean and sterilize equipment and make sure equipment ready for repair and maintenance
• Equipment is to be logged in the system as cleaned and if repaired.
• A written log of serial numbers is also documented of cleaned equipment for verification purposes
• This responsibility is to be rotated between all Repair Technicians
• Have good organizational skills and detailed oriented
• Crushes boxes when needed
• Checks eye wash station weekly
• Abides by all OSHA guidelines
• Make sure all cleaning solutions and chemicals are available for cleaning and sterilizing purposes

1. Quality Improvement

• Supervise equipment delivered to maintain quality control.
• Verify complete shipments to customers.
• Verify equipment sale/rent to be in good working order before delivery.
• Thorough documentation on all rental equipment, including:

• Service date.
• Repair detail.
• Serial numbers.
• Cleaning dates and initial.
• Warranty information

1. Parts & Equipment Inventory

• Maintain an adequate and appropriate supply of repair parts.
• Purchase special parts only as needed and on the most cost efficient basis.
• Place all items received for stock into their appropriate locations on a daily basis.
• Perform accurate physical inventory daily on parts and serialized equipment

1. Shipping and Receiving

• Possess skill in efficient preparation of products for shipping on a daily basis.
• Receive all items shipped on a daily basis.  Verify accuracy of shipment, notify appropriate parties of shipments received, and record properly for inventory purposes.  New equipment needs to be unpacked, noted for inventory and stocked quickly.
• Notify vendor and purchasing of damage or shortage immediately and follow up.

1. Manuals, Documentation and Knowledge.

• Maintain up-to-date files of manufacturer’s repair and maintenance manuals on the P Drive of all HME equipment owned by the company (as available) and other related documentation.
• Have familiarity with service requirements of each piece of equipment owned by this company.
• Maintain well-organized and current documentation for all maintenance and repair to DME and respiratory related equipment, including equipment tracking and maintenance logs.
• Create, submit, and maintain proper paperwork for warranty work.
• When appropriate, be able to create or process proper billing materials.

1. Trans-filling Back up Required

• Participates in, and successfully completes, all required onsite, offsite, and on-the-job training to ensure the safe and compliant execution of all job duties. Keeps abreast of procedural and safety changes as new equipment or regulatory guidelines are introduced.
• Trans-fills bulk liquid oxygen into high pressure cylinders. Adheres to safety and security procedures at each step.
• Documents processes undertaken as procedures are performed; ensures compliance with FDA documentation requirements.
• Monitors and updates documentation and tracking system(s) related to the purchase, issuance, recall, repair, and maintenance of oxygen transfer equipment and related components and accessories.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically

Required Skills

1. Perform a variety of radiographic, fluoroscopic, portable, and surgical procedures on patients of all ages, according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Maintain technical skills relating to the manipulation of imaging factors.

1. Maintain skills in performing emergency and routine patient care as required.

1. Maintain technical skills in performance of portable radiographic imaging, both with static and fluoroscopic equipment.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• • SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• • COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.
  • EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Maintain technical skill with the performance of trauma imaging, bariatric imaging (including the operation of bariatric patient transfer devices), imaging in ICU environments, and imaging in neonatal environments.

1. Maintain an excellent guest relations rapport with patients, visitors, Physicians and fellow employees.

1. Utilize proper infection control practices per the department procedure manual.

1. Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operations of the department.

1. Ensure proper recording and transmission of patient information.

1. Ensure the safety of patients, visitors and employees.

1. Take call required to assigned section of the department.

1. Provide supervision, guidance and instruction to Radiography Students.

1. Provide a Great Patient Experience by employing A.I.D.E.T and “Greet and Feet”.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description