Nuc Med Tech
About The Position
The Nuc Med Tech operates routine Nuclear Medicine and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) equipment safely and proficiently. Under the direction of a Nuclear Medicine physician, the technologist performs radionuclide imaging and non-imaging studies, administers radiopharmaceuticals, operates instruments, applies imaging techniques, and positions patients to provide diagnostic information. The role handles multiple room assignments and a variety of exams each day, supports performance improvement and day-to-day departmental operations, and may require cross-training in additional modalities as directed by the Director of Radiation/Imaging Services. The position also shares responsibility for efficient scheduling, patient flow, quality assurance, and fiscal awareness within the division. The technologist follows and enforces applicable accreditation, federal, state, and local requirements, standards, protocols, and policies, performing duties ethically and consistently with the organization’s values.
Responsibilities
- Operate routine Nuclear Medicine and Positron Emission Tomography equipment safely and proficiently.
- Perform radionuclide imaging and non-imaging studies under the direction of a Nuclear Medicine physician.
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate instruments, apply imaging techniques, and position patients to provide diagnostic information.
- Handle multiple room assignments and different types of exams on a daily basis.
- Abide by and enforce applicable JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulatory laws, standards, protocols, and policies.
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives and assist with day-to-day departmental operations.
- Cross-train in additional modalities when directed by the Director of Radiation/Imaging Services.
- Share responsibility for efficient scheduling, patient flow, quality assurance, and fiscal soundness within the division.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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