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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

Cardiovascular Nuclear Medicine, within the Department of Radiology, is seeking a dynamic individual that will perform diagnostic exercise and pharmacologic stress exams in conjunction with Nuclear Cardiology imaging applications. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of this service following the Code of Conduct of the appropriate certification board (ACSM).  Provides appropriate patient care following the Radiology Gold Service Excellence guidelines to achieve successful completion of the procedure.  Contributes as a team member to enhance job stewardship mindful of Internal and External customer service standards.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Perform and monitor diagnostic stress and pharmacologic exams according to established protocols as part of Myocardial Perfusion Imaging in Nuclear medicine which includes:
  • Patient 12 lead EKG preparation
  • Placement of IV catheters for pharmacologic
  • Radiopharmaceutical administration
  • Completing associated worksheets
  • Contacting scheduled patients to explain the procedure and inform them of any preparations  
  • Follow Radiation Safety protocols for the patient and self.
  • Utilizes nuclear medicine equipment following proper protocols.
• Understands and applies Guest relation skills following the Patient and Families First Principles. 

• Works consistently as a team member willing to assist everyone, crossing modalities when needed.

• Follows Infection Control practices utilizing aseptic techniques, observing Universal precautions, and patient safety standards.

• Assists with the education of Nuclear Medicine Technology Students and/or health care professionals and participates in the division’s quality improvement program for the area.

• Possesses a positive work ethic to enhance teamwork in a fast paced environment and is accountable for actions.

• All other related duties.

RELATED DUTIES

• Identifies and enters data into the Radiology Information System and the Pacs and Hospital Information System.
• Monitors the Order Entries for all patient exams.
• Educates and Monitors mandatory competencies for patient safety, infection control, fire safety, corporate compliance, and patient confidentiality.  Including additional assigned educational modules for self improvement.
• Maintains ACLS Certification and ACSM Registry.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The ability to meet  the Exercise Physiologist professional role expectations defined as, critical thinking skills, interpersonal behavioral and social skills including communication, physical mobility (pushing, pulling, reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds) and motor skills demonstrating gross and fine motor abilities, sensory abilities of  speech, hearing, touch and visual observation, and cognitive attention for patient safety.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology, exercise science or a related field
• Certification by the American College of Sports Medicine as an Exercise Test Technician or Exercise Specialist is required within one year of date of hire
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• General Computer experience
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work successfully with patients
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team oriented environment
• Experience in clinical testing, exercise prescription and evaluation is necessary.

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience in venipuncture for IV catheter placement
• Experience in clinical testing and evaluation 

Work Schedule

This position is 40 hours per week.

Work Locations

CVC 1323 

University of Michigan 

Cardiology Clinic at U-M Frankel Cardiovascular Center

1425 E Ann St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5873

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely.   More information on this new policy is available on the Campus Blueprint website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.