Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist/RSA, Days
 Norton Healthcare | |
 United States, Kentucky, Louisville | |
 Mar 30, 2026 | |
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Responsibilities The Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Radiation Safety Assistant (RSA) utilizes imaging, computer and other equipment as appropriate to produce and retain high quality diagnostic images which meet or exceed department, organizational and industry standards. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the human anatomy, physiology, as well as image quality. Applies professional knowledge, prepares patients for the procedure, educates and responds to questions or concerns. Ensures age-appropriate approach to communication, safety needs, patient education and principles of physical/functional growth and development. Demonstrates an understanding of patient positioning, imaging technique, radiation safety, imaging equipment, infection control, and quality control techniques. Oversees and trains students providing patient care, treatment and services as part of their training. Lead responsibilities include serving as a unit lead technologist, supporting department techs, and addressing shift concerns as appropriate. Assists the imaging services leaders in meeting department satisfaction, regulatory, and budgetary goals. Works in collaboration with leadership, coordinates the development, review and/or approval of policy and procedures, emergency preparedness, film badge reports, staff training, radiation exposure concerns and radiation safety committee and regulatory requirements. RSA responsibilities include coordinating the development, review and/or approval of policy and procedures, emergency preparedness, film badge reports, staff training, radiation exposure issues, radiation safety committee and regulatory requirements. Serves as the facility liaison between the department and the contracted system Radiation Safety Officer. Qualifications Required:
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