Nuclear Medicine Tech

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs high-quality nuclear medicine imaging procedures to support accurate diagnosis and treatment. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team, this role supports the Radiologist in the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures while ensuring patient safety, imaging quality, and regulatory compliance. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for the acquisition, processing, and transmission of images to PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System). Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service. CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities. As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals. To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org.

Requirements

Current State Nuclear Medicine License issued by CDPH, A.R.R.T. or N.M.T.C.B. Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology is required.
Graduate of a program accredited by ARRT.
Current BCLS (AHA) required.
Proficient computer skills.

Nice To Haves

One year of acute, clinical radiology experience is preferred.
At least one year of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist preferred
Knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform nuclear medicine diagnostic imaging procedures according to physician orders and department protocols.
Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals in compliance with radiation safety standards.
Operate nuclear medicine imaging equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
Collaborate with Radiologists and clinical staff during imaging and therapeutic procedures.
Ensure patient safety, identification, and comfort throughout examinations.
Process, review, and transmit images to PACS and maintain accurate documentation in imaging systems.
Follow radiation safety, regulatory, and quality assurance standards within the radiology department.