Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Casual)

McKesson requires new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as defined by Health Canada, subject to applicable, verified accommodation requests.

Position is responsible for providing professional care to individuals receiving radiopharmaceuticals in the INVIVA network.

The nuclear medicine technologist will help to promote patient health by completing health assessments prior to treatment, reviewing patient files and collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members as required.

Specific Responsibilities

• Perform Radiopharmacy and Equipment Quality Control Procedures as required.
• Review patient files to understand patient’s history.
• Obtain informed consent and verify the patient’s medical history and information.
• Assess the health status of patients using a pre-treatment questionnaire that covers contraindications, objective and subjective data, to determine eligibility in ordering, receiving and administering radiopharmaceutical and related therapies.
• Safely prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals as per manufacturer product monograph, and INVIVA guidelines.
• Follow cold chain and nuclear regulatory requirements for radiopharmaceuticals as per INVIVA policies and procedures and the manufacturers recommendation.
• As required, insertion of peripheral intravenous and maintaining peripheral access according to best practice standards.
• Follow patient specific medical directives for administration and treatment of adverse events.
• Provide monitoring during and post medication administration.
• Follow all INVIVA policies and procedures.
• Report adverse events in accordance with manufacturer specific requirements, Health Canada and INVIVA policies and procedures.
• Document patient care services and managing records in accordance with INVIVA policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of medical therapies as per manufacturer’s Product Monograph.
• Participate in drug and clinic audits upon request.
• Actively participate in training and mentoring of new clinic staff.
• Complete training as required by INVIVA on products and services, policies and procedures, technology, quality assurance and communications.
• Maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards to ensure safe practice.
• Perform all procedures in accordance with radiation safety practices, applicable legislation, clinical standards, and departmental policies and procedures to ensure personnel and patient safety.
• Troubleshoot equipment and / or procedure issues and contact appropriate service providers.
• Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as required.

General Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Standards of Practice as outlined by the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO).
• Maintain continuity among care teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing patient care needs.
• Establish a compassionate environment to support patients and co-workers.
• Maintain and protect patient confidentiality.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Collaborate with the management team on proper operation of equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements.
• Maintain appropriate quantity of clinic supplies.
• Maintain medical supplies in accordance with patient volumes.
• Maintain up-to-date professional and technical knowledge.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating and responding to requests.
• Contribute to team effort and corporate goals.

Formal Education / Requirements / Key competencies

• Minimum of a three (3) year Advanced Diploma in Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, from an accredited college, or equivalent.
• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) is required.
• Current Certificate of Registration with Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is preferred.
• Current Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) training certificate is preferred.
• Ministry of Labor Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps training certificate is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a Nuclear Medicine department within a health care environment.
• Experience administering therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals.

Requirements

• Strong intravenous initiation skills
• CPR certification
• Ability to work autonomously and proficiently, especially in emergency situations.
• Ability to work in a computerized environment (i.e. computer, MS Office, Teams, WEBEX, email, and electronic patient records)
• Maintain yearly practice membership with provincial College.
• Maintain yearly professional liability insurance.
• Ability to work at various locations depending on region, if applicable

Key Competencies

• Excellent assessment and clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills with patients, colleagues, and customers
• Comfort working alone or in a small team setting within a community environment.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment.
• Team player
• Bilingual (English and French) is an asset.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets.

The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations.

In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

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Our Base Pay Range for this position

$30.31 - $50.51