Nuclear Med Tech

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Position Type: Full Time Days

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical Dental Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20000
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Job Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I is responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under the supervision of a physician. This role includes preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals operating imaging equipment ensuring radiation safety and maintaining accurate records in compliance with regulatory standards. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I collaborates with Radiologists Cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic imaging and highquality patient care.

Essential Functions

• Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies following established protocols and physician orders to ensure highquality diagnostic images.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously or orally adhering to safety protocols regulatory guidelines and facility policies.
• Assesses patient condition before procedures verifying proper identification screening for contraindications and ensuring the appropriateness of the exam.
• Operates and calibrates nuclear medicine imaging equipment including gamma cameras and PET scanners ensuring optimal image acquisition and quality control.
• Performs routine quality control (QC) checks on imaging equipment and maintains accurate documentation for Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or state regulatory compliance.
• Ensures proper handling storage and disposal of radioactive materials following all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disease abnormalities and physiological processes recognizing when additional imaging views or modifications are needed to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
• Responds to and reports isotope spills ensuring compliance with radiation safety officer (RSO) protocols and regulatory reporting guidelines.
• Provides clear instructions to patients and family members explaining the procedure potential side effects and postprocedure care as needed.
• Documents all procedures radiopharmaceutical usage and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR) ensuring accuracy and compliance with facility policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 02 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical or hospital setting required
• 24 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in nuclear medicine imaging techniques radiopharmaceutical preparation and radiation safety procedures.
• Strong knowledge of NRC state and federal regulations for nuclear medicine and radiation protection.
• Ability to recognize abnormal scan results and identify technical errors to improve imaging accuracy.
• Effective communication and patient care skills ensuring comfort and understanding throughout procedures.
• Strong problemsolving and troubleshooting skills particularly in equipment calibration and image optimization.
• Attention to detail in recordkeeping documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with radiologists cardiologists and other healthcare providers.

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
• (N) ARDMS or ARRT Nuclear Med Tech required or
• NMTCB Nuclear Medicine Tech required
• BCLS Basic Life Support required

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