Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Radiology
About The Position
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures in the hospital in accordance with state and Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations. The technologist applies an understanding of growth and development principles to provide physicians with diagnostic images that help identify or plan treatment for patients’ conditions. Duties include maintaining and operating cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in patients’ bodies, and preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear radiologic studies in accordance with professional and department protocols.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program.
- Complete clinical competencies and classroom training, and pass a certification board allowing operation of a hybrid nuclear medicine system: CNMT (NMTCB)(CT), R.T.(N)(CT)(ARRT), or RTRCT.
- CT Advanced certification by ARRT required within one year of hire.
Nice To Haves
- One to two years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT, or SPECT/CT technologist.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures in accordance with state and NRC regulations.
- Provide physicians with diagnostic images to help identify or plan treatment for patients’ conditions.
- Maintain and operate cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in patients’ bodies.
- Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear radiologic studies in accordance with professional and department protocols.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits program designed to support work/life balance.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
- Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for eligible new hires.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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