Charlotte Heart & Vascular Institute Work Values

Daily Duties at Charlotte Heart & Vascular Institute:

To manage the operation of a high volume Nuclear Stress Laboratory. I maintained efficient patient flow to achieve patient well-being and comfortability. I started IVs to inject diagnostic levels of radionuclides targeted for imaging the coronary arteries seeking perfusion to the heart muscle and assess the heart's functional ability. I performed both treadmill stress tests encouraging patients to achieve their maximum heart rate for optimal diagnostic imaging. I administered pharmacological stress agents to those patients who were compromised from exercise. I monitored the patient's EKG before, during and after the procedure. I supervised a staff of 3 employees. I proficiently imaged and processed patient's scans for early interpretation. I adhered to the regulations set for for radiation safety. I reviewed patient medication lists and physician orders to determine the correct test for the patient. I assisted the front office staff with scheduling. I was available after hours for physicians. I reviewed and approved all accounts payable invoices for my department. I ordered all supplies and maintained quarterly inspections for all ancillary equipment. I maintained and checked the emergency crash cart daily. I presented monthly updates to the board of directors. I established and adhered to our department budget.

What they like about Charlotte Heart & Vascular Institute:

You highly value a work environment built on a formal structure, rules, and regulations. You do not enjoy the unpredictability of shifting priorities and deadlines that upset your routine. You require and enjoy direction, input and accountability as part of your work environment. You have a strong need to participate in making key decisions and feel left out if your superiors or co-workers do not seek your input when making decisions. You thrive on providing good customer service to both internal or external customers, and doing so makes you feel good.

Tags

cardiology, oncolology, PET/CT, radiation safety ICANL, Pediatric and General procedures, Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Skills

iv placement, ekg monitoring, reviewing patient medication lists, preliminary image interpretation for physician , bls, maintaining budget limits, providing excellent patient care, managing the patient flow , radiation safety and compliance, Mentoring and training staff, profficeinent in EMR programs

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