Nuclear Med Tech- Flex/PRN
About The Position
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs professional duties involved in a variety of technical procedures to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis of patients of all ages. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for all patients served. Operates highly specialized, technical equipment to obtain images and test results. Applies knowledge of radiopharmacy to administer diagnostic and therapeutic doses to patients under the direction of an authorized user by IV, inhalation and ingestion. Prepares patients for examinations and explains procedures, correlating patient history with test to be performed. Performs duties associated with processing patients, which may include scheduling, registration, image management and computer processing skills. Evaluates, prepares and observes patients with professional ethics, care, courtesy, patience and safety. Complies with all Carilion Clinic and Imaging policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines. Participates in the training of students and staff as assigned. Maintains Nuclear Medicine certification. Obtains required CEU's per certification board. Enhances personal and professional growth through participation in educational opportunities.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Graduate of a CAHEA School of Radiologic Technology and/or CAHEA School of Nuclear Medicine Technology or equivalent.
- None.
- Certificate in Nuclear Medicine Technology by NMTCB or ARRT.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for all patients served.
- Operates highly specialized, technical equipment to obtain images and test results.
- Applies knowledge of radiopharmacy to administer diagnostic and therapeutic doses to patients under the direction of an authorized user by IV, inhalation and ingestion.
- Prepares patients for examinations and explains procedures, correlating patient history with test to be performed.
- Performs duties associated with processing patients, which may include scheduling, registration, image management and computer processing skills.
- Evaluates, prepares and observes patients with professional ethics, care, courtesy, patience and safety.
- Complies with all Carilion Clinic and Imaging policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines.
- Participates in the training of students and staff as assigned.
- Maintains Nuclear Medicine certification.
- Obtains required CEU's per certification board.
- Enhances personal and professional growth through participation in educational opportunities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
