Nuclear Med Technologist (CRMH)- days (4 10s)
About The Position
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs technical procedures involving prescribed ionizing radiation to support radiological diagnosis for patients of all ages. The role uses specialized equipment to obtain images and test results and administers diagnostic and therapeutic doses under the direction of an authorized user. Doses may be administered by IV, inhalation, or ingestion. The technologist prepares patients for examinations, explains procedures, and correlates patient history with the test to be performed. The role may also assist with scheduling, registration, image management, and computer processing. The technologist evaluates, prepares, and observes patients while providing professional, courteous, patient, and safe care. The position involves interaction with patients, families, visitors, physicians, staff, management, ancillary departments, and the public. The technologist works with patients and the healthcare team to develop, coordinate, and manage plans of care, and identifies patient requirements related to age and specific needs in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. The role may include training students and staff and participating in educational opportunities for professional growth. The position is full-time, on a day shift schedule of four 10-hour shifts. A new-hire sign-on bonus of up to $30,000 and relocation assistance of up to $7,000 are available.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Graduate of a CAHEA School of Radiologic Technology and/or CAHEA School of Nuclear Medicine Technology, or equivalent.
- Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology by NMTCB or ARRT.
- AHA BLS-HCP certification required.
- Apply knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for all patients served.
- Knowledge of radiopharmacy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Maintain Nuclear Medicine certification and obtain required CEUs per certification board.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Nuclear Medicine preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform technical procedures using prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis of patients of all ages.
- Operate specialized technical equipment to obtain images and test results.
- Administer diagnostic and therapeutic doses under the direction of an authorized user by IV, inhalation, and ingestion.
- Prepare patients for examinations, explain procedures, and correlate patient history with the test to be performed.
- May assist with scheduling, registration, image management, and computer processing for patients.
- Evaluate, prepare, and observe patients while providing care with professionalism, courtesy, patience, and attention to safety.
- Interact with staff, patients, physicians, families, visitors, management, ancillary departments, and the general public.
- Work with patients, families, and healthcare team members to develop, coordinate, and manage plans of care.
- Identify each patient's requirements related to age and specific needs, and provide care according to applicable policies and procedures.
- Participate in training students and staff as assigned.
- Support personal and professional growth by participating in educational opportunities.
Benefits
- Up to $30,000 new-hire sign-on bonus.
- Up to $7,000 in relocation assistance.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and 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 Carilion Wellness centers.
- Access to the Personify Health health and wellness app.
- Childcare discounts.
- Continued education and training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
