Job Information
Surgery Care Affiliates Nuclear Med Tech - Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute in Mesa, Arizona
Overview
Today, SCA Health has grown to 11,000 teammates who care for 1 million patients each year and support physician specialists holistically in many aspects of patient care. Together, our teammates create value in specialty care by aligning physicians, health plans and health systems around a common goal: delivering on the quadruple aim of high-quality outcomes and a better experience for patients and providers, all at a lower total cost of care.
As part of Optum, we participate in an integrated care delivery system that enables us to support our partners as they navigate a complex healthcare environment, Only SCA Health has a dynamic group of physician-driven, specialty care businesses that allows us to customize solutions, no matter the need or challenge:
We connect patients to physicians in new and differentiated ways as part of Optum and with our new Specialty Management Solutions business.
We have pioneered a physician-led, multi-site model of practice solutions that restores physician agency by aligning incentives to support growth and transition to value-based care.
We lead the industry in value-based payment solutions through our Global 1 bundled payment convener, that provides easy predictable billing to patients.
We help physicians address everything beyond surgical procedures, including anesthesia and ancillary service lines.
The new SCA Health represents who we are today and where we are going—and the growing career opportunities for YOU.
Responsibilities
Consistently performs diagnostic quality nuclear medicine procedures utilizing proper technique consistent with department protocols and nuclear medicine safety practices.
Consistently triages patients appropriately according to their acuity level, follows established procedures for patient identification, reviews orders and indications for exam for appropriateness of each exam and provides pertinent clinical history for exams performed.
Consistently submits accurate and complete exam images and associated exam worksheets and data sheets, consistent with department protocols, for physician interpretation.
Accurately performs all data entry and clerical procedures required by department to insure that completed exams are recorded in NextGen, department Log Book and computer database for laboratory accreditation.
Consistently demonstrates compliance with department policies and procedures.
Obtains and maintains related (such as CNMT or ARRT(N)) credential and continuing education requirements needed to maintain laboratory accreditation.
Maintains an adequate inventory of radionuclides and supplies for efficient department operation.
Maintains records and quality control activities pertinent to and necessary for related state licensure.
Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations.
Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with complete confidentiality and security.
Participates in department meetings, quality control and QI activities.
Assists with orientation and cross-training of students and employees as needed, including proctoring.
May escalate issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.
Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree desirable.
Graduate of an accredited nuclear medicine program and CNMT or ARRT(N) certified.
USD $30.00/Hr. USD $45.00/Hr.