Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist/PET Scanning-Nuclear Medicine

Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesJob DescriptionThe role is responsible for independently conducting all operations related to nuclear medicine. The role is also responsible to monitor and/or supervise junior employees and make sure that all standards of operational procedures are being followed.ResponsibilitiesOversees and tracks shortages of materials, orders and approves replenishments when necessaryPrepares radiopharmaceuticals for use in patient studies. Performs quality control checks of pharmaceuticalsPerforms calibration, chemical purity checks and percentage yields to ensure the integrity of solutions to avoid unnecessary radiation exposureAssists and follows physician's orders to determine appropriate radiopharmaceutical and dosage.Facilitates and presents program image recording system and forwards recorded images in the proper format to physiciansProvides aseptic dispensing of precise radiopharmaceutical patient doses, and is competent in the intravenous, oral and inhalation administration of radiopharmaceuticals and radio-labeled blood products to patientsManages to record and is able to recognize potential risks and contraindications to radiopharmaceutical administrations, and should be able to assist patients.Performs quality assurance checks on dose calibrator equipment used to assay radiopharmaceutical dosesEnsures effective cleaning of the sterile isolator prior to use; performs radionuclide and chemical purity checks; uses settle plates to monitor airborne microbial contamination, and monitors for radiation contaminationConducts daily or periodic checks and calibration of imaging and non-imaging equipment, and radiation contamination monitoring.AccountabilitiesEnsures physical accuracy and hand-eye coordination while performing venopuncture on and insertion of cannulae into adult patients, taking blood samples as required for Nuclear Medicine, and other, testsEnsures patients receive the highest standard of medical care.Updates patient examination history file, recording unusual conditions and document all recordsQualificationsExperienceRequired:NLT 4 years clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine; 2 of them should have been at a senior supervisory or management level.UAE National: NLT 2 years relevant experience in an acute care hospitalKnowledge of computer science will be expected.Knowledge of nuclear hematology will be advantageous.Desired:N.A.Educational QualificationRequired:Bachelor’s degree or Diploma or its equivalent from an accredited institution in Nuclear Medicine Imaging (minimum three (3) years course duration) One (1) year of experience post qualification in the Nuclear Medicine fieldAssociate degree (minimum two (2) years course duration) from an accredited program in Nuclear MedicineAnd Valid Registration or CertificationTwo (2) years of experience post qualification in the Nuclear Medicine fieldBachelor/Diploma/Associate degree in a Radiography /Radiology Technology or Medical Imaging program And Diploma/Master of minimum one (1) year in Nuclear Medicine Two (2) years of experience post qualification in the Nuclear Medicine fieldAND Valid Registration or CertificationBachelor/Diploma/Associate degree in a Radiography /Radiology Technology or Medical Imaging program And Diploma/Master of minimum one (1) year in Nuclear MedicineTwo (2) years of experience post qualification in the Nuclear Medicine fieldDesired:Master's in Nuclear Medicine or relevant clinical Msc in related field. (will reduce 1 year from the required years of experience)About UsAt SSMC, we firmly believe that the human touch is a fundamental part of care. We understand that health care is both an art and a science, running deeper than simply diagnosing and treating those who rely on us. Our SSMC Model of Care puts our patients at the forefront of our purpose and at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that the needs of our patients come first. Every one of our patients receives individualized attention from a multidisciplinary team of experts who collaborate closely to deliver trusted and compassionate care. From the very first point of contact with SSMC, to the moment patients are back home, we ensure speciality-specific care at every stage and in every interaction. As one of the largest tertiary hospitals in the UAE, SSMC provides access to specialist medical treatments and advanced diagnostics, with a commitment to becoming a Destination Medical Center in the UAE and wider region.About the TeamAbout Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)SSMC is the largest tertiary hospital in the UAE and serves to elevate the provision of health care services in the nation under the mandate of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.Supported by the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities available, SSMC offers care in 44 specialties. A team of locally and internationally trained medical, clinical and admin professionals work seamlessly together, which promotes comprehensive interdisciplinary learning, allowing SSMC to b