Nuclear Medicine Technologist II NCGA

American Addiction Centers•Concord, NC

8d•$41 - $62•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position is for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist II at Atrium Health Cabarrus - Nuclear Medicine. The role involves performing basic to advanced nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including therapy, QMP, PET/CT, and nuclear pharmacist backup. The technologist will review patient medical records, obtain clinical information, prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, and perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement. Responsibilities also include handling radioactive materials safely, maintaining accurate records, post-processing images, and operating the radiology information system for patient data and billing. The technologist will also perform equipment quality assurance, serve as a technical resource and preceptor, and collaborate with other departments for patient care education. Patient positioning and transport duties are also part of the role, requiring physical capability and proper technique. The position requires the ability to provide age-appropriate care, demonstrating knowledge of growth and development across the life span.

Requirements

Nuclear Medicine Tech (N) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification (CNMT) issued by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Nuclear Medicine.
Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Nuclear Medicine Technologist role.
Advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiation safety.
Advanced knowledge of Radioactive Materials Program Requirements (State of WI) DHS 157.
Proficient in IV and venipuncture.
Proficient ECG interpretation, heart rhythm recognition and pharmacological knowledge.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
Ability to work independently.
Intermediate computer skills.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, and twist throughout the workday.
Must be able to: - lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
Must be able to: - lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
Must be able to: - carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
Must be able to: - push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
Must be able to: - perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
Must have clear speech, vision and hearing.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

Proficiently performs basic to advanced nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Must perform and be proficient with all of the following procedures if performed at assigned facility which include therapy, QMP, PET/CT, and nuclear pharmacist backup.
Reviews patient's medical record to obtain necessary clinical information including patient history, lab results, and physician orders, obtains medical history from patients, and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy.
Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural adjunctive medication by proper route per clinician prescription and according to approved exam parameters.
Competently performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters for medication administration.
Accesses other vascular access devices, as determined by department training and need.
Follows correct procedures for handling radioactive materials.
Understands and implements ALARA measures.
Maintains accurate records of pharmaceutical doses.
Relays pertinent patient history information to appropriate staff and departments.
Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures.
Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff.
Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff.
Acts as a resource to staff at own facility and throughout the system.
Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures and any other imaging department processes and procedures.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program