Nuclear Med Tech

Baptist Health•Homewood, AL

23h

About The Position

Nuclear medicine technologists provide direct patient care by preparing and administering doses for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, performing procedures, processing and enhancing images, and preparing images for interpretation by physicians. The role performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine, PET scanning, cardiac stress lab, and radiopharmacy functions as required. A technologist who is also certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT) may perform diagnostic CT imaging and administer contrast when required by guidelines or physician order. The technologist is responsible for safe, complete, and accurate patient studies; patient and family education; equipment quality control; radiopharmaceutical preparation and handling; radiation safety; and compliance with applicable regulations and Baptist Health policies. The position may require work at any facility and includes safe patient transport.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Knowledge of Nuclear Medicine equipment, procedures, and radiation safety.
Maintain current CNMT certification from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), or current ARRT(N) certification in Nuclear Medicine.
Maintain current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine, PET scanning, cardiac stress lab, and radiopharmacy functions as required.
Exercise professional judgment and maintain conduct that supports quality care.
Recognize patient conditions, provide appropriate care, and ensure successful completion of procedures.
Perform nuclear medicine dynamic, static, and functional procedures required for specific studies.
Perform SPECT and SPECT CT imaging as required by guidelines or physician order.
Perform PET imaging on a rotational basis according to written procedures or direction from the interpreting physician.
Perform computer acquisition, image processing, and documentation required for procedures.
Perform quality control on nuclear medicine instrumentation according to written procedures or manufacturer guidelines.
Order and administer radiopharmaceuticals, including positron emitters, as required.
Maintain records and perform safety checks in accordance with Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control requirements.
Perform venipuncture and evaluate IV access for radiopharmaceutical and medication administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Prepare radiopharmaceutical doses, calculate exact patient dosages as required by law, and maintain required records.
Assist with administration of therapeutic radioactive materials under an authorized user.
Participate in the corporate ALARA Radiation Safety Program.
Ensure the safety of customers and provide safe patient transport.
Handle, dispose of, and decontaminate radioactive materials and maintain records in accordance with Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control regulations.
Maintain working knowledge of procedural changes and equipment updates.
Use professional judgment and decision-making skills, and seek supervisory input as appropriate.
Ensure patient studies are complete and accurate.
Educate patients and families about the studies being performed.
Participate in process improvement activities and compliance with applicable regulations, including OSHA, The Joint Commission, FDA, NRC, EPA, and Florida Department of Health requirements.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance and comply with Baptist Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
Work at any facility as required.
If dual certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), perform diagnostic CT imaging and administer contrast as required by guidelines or physician order.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
403(b) retirement savings plan with matching.
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Paid time off, up to five weeks to start.
Life insurance.
Extended Leave Plan (ELP).
Family Care covering childcare, elder care, and pet care.
Educational benefits, including tuition reimbursement and monthly payments to help pay down graduate school debt.
Benefits start on day one.