Nuclear Med Technologist - Nuclear Medicine
About The Position
Presbyterian is seeking a skilled and dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and maintaining high standards of care. If you have a passion for healthcare and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) • Malpractice liability insurance • Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department • EPIC electronic charting system
Requirements
- Associate Degree
- NM Nuclear Medicine Tech
- Requires Completion of ARRT(N) or NMTCB Certification within 6 months after graduation. Candidates who are selected for the position must sign an agreement to obtain this credential.
- BLS required at time of hire.
Responsibilities
- Transports patients to scanning room; prepares and maintains rooms.
- Explains procedure to patients.
- Administers isotope dosage accurately following established departmental procedures; accurately records dosage administered.
- Observe patient during procedure and report any unusual occurrences to appropriate personnel.
- Schedules Nuclear Medicine exams to coordinate with other patient exams.
- Performs Nuclear Medicine studies; determines appropriate isotope required; obtains patient history and reviews patient condition.
- Maintains gamma cameras and other equipment in efficient operating order; performs quality control on a regularly scheduled basis; contacts outside service for major malfunctions.
- Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
- Uses Radiology Information System, hospital information systems as required.
- Checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis.
- Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, workshops, current literature, inservices and/or seminars.
- Attends meetings as required or requested.
- Takes call for Nuclear Medicine procedures.
Benefits
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
- Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
