Nuclear Medicine Technologist | PRN status

Logan Health • Kalispell, MT

327d

About The Position

This position performs a variety of procedures utilizing nuclear medicine, mobile nuclear medicine and PET/CT equipment. Performs independently under the supervision of the Nuclear Medicine (NM) Manager and Radiologists (Authorized Users).

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited school of Nuclear Medicine and/or Radiological Technology required.
• Current Montana Radiological Technology License as required by law.
• A minimum of one (1) of the following certifications required: ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) Registered in Nuclear Medicine NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) and/or ARRT (Nuclear Medicine) or must be successfully obtained within eighteen (18) months of hire.
• Current CPR preferred or must be successfully obtained during orientation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy required.
• Must possess Montana CDL Class B License or above to drive Mobile Nuclear Medicine Unit.
• Must possess a good driving record clear of moving violations in the past five (5) years and no major driving offenses.
• Current Driver’s License required for personal vehicles/rental cars used for LH business.
• Driving record for the previous thirty-six (36) months must not reflect any major driving offenses.
• State law minimum liability coverage limits required.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Self-starter.
• Possess critical thinking skills.
• Ability to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine, Mobile Nuclear Medicine (NM) and PET/CT procedures.
• Participates and coordinates patient care and flow.
• Greets and escorts patients from inside the medical facility to the mobile vehicle.
• Assists patients on/off the vehicle as needed.
• Uses mechanical lift when necessary.
• Maintains understanding of and follows current exam protocols.
• Maintains accountability to technologist competency and quality control standards.
• Assists with maintaining and ordering supply stock as directed.
• Exhibits knowledge and ability to operate/troubleshoot equipment on mobile NM vehicle, including network communications.
• Maintains equipment and coordinates repairs and service as needed or directed.
• Prepares the mobile vehicle for patient care.
• Stocks vehicle with appropriate supplies for necessary procedures.
• Prepares examination room for use.
• Readies the devices for the day by setting up and powering on the computers, printers, and other peripheral equipment.
• Driver job duties as appropriate with qualifications and training.
• May be required to drive the mobile unit in special situations.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree