Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Radiology - Saint Francis Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist applies nuclear medicine imaging skills and techniques through the safe and effective use of radiopharmaceuticals and nuclear medicine equipment. The position performs imaging procedures, radionuclide therapy, and related patient-care and quality-control activities while following established protocols, quality assurance guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

The role is based at BSSF Hospital in West Ashley, with on-call coverage at Roper Hospital in downtown Charleston every 10th weekend (Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.). The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with infrequent floating for coverage. Dual licensure in nuclear medicine and CT is preferred; otherwise, the technologist is required to cross-train in CT and obtain CT licensure within one year of hire.

Requirements

• Certification and registration with ARRT or certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) is required.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations.
• Ability to monitor patient conditions during treatments and administer oral and intravenous radiopharmaceuticals.
• Ability to inform medical professionals about patient conditions and care and record patient information and medications in EPIC as indicated.
• Attention to detail, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, active listening, relationship building, and acceptance of authority.
• Ability to work the stated Monday–Friday schedule and provide on-call coverage every 10th weekend.
• Ability to cross-train in CT and obtain CT licensure within one year of hire if not already dual-licensed.

Nice To Haves

• Dual licensure in Nuclear Medicine and CT.
• State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification at hire for BSMH locations; required before independent patient care.
• Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
• One year of experience practicing Nuclear Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Administer radionuclide therapy.
• Prepare, perform quality control on, and dispense radiopharmaceuticals for off-hour procedures.
• Perform urgent Nuclear Medicine procedures while on call or in a single-technologist staffing model.
• Check orders for complete information and appropriate exams, and schedule exams as needed.
• Determine whether an exam should be performed immediately or within a specific time frame.
• Determine whether additional technical support is required and follow the proper procedure to obtain it.
• Follow established section and organizational protocols, quality assurance guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Interact appropriately with patients and care providers.
• Coordinate the imaging room for the examination, including appropriate isolation precautions when needed.
• Review images for diagnostic quality and adjust factors when images need to be repeated.
• Start and maintain intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Identify, prepare, and/or administer medications as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Procure, prepare quality control for, calculate, identify, document, administer, dispose of, store, and safely handle radiopharmaceuticals and other radioactive materials.
• Monitor patient conditions during treatments.
• Administer oral and intravenous radiopharmaceuticals.
• Communicate patient conditions and care information to medical professionals.
• Record patient information and medications in EPIC as indicated.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus.
• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree