Nuclear Medicine Technologist – UAMS Health Benton/Bryant

University of Arkansas System • Benton, AR

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About The Position

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist produces general nuclear medicine and PET/CT images for medical interpretation and administers therapeutic radioactive isotopes. The role includes instructing patients, following procedure protocols, injecting radioactive isotopes, acquiring and processing images, reviewing images for accuracy, and maintaining image quality through equipment quality assurance (QA). The technologist also interacts with patients and family members throughout procedures and treatments, enters patient information into a database, and uses a digital ordering system to order procedure isotopes. The position communicates with patients, coworkers, and physicians, participates in continuing education, completes training for new procedures as needed, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and successful completion of an approved Nuclear Medicine Program.
• Certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (ARRT and/or NMTCB).
• Must obtain an Arkansas Radiologic Technologist License before the start date.
• Must obtain CT Advanced Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or NMTCB within 12 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine.
• One year of Nuclear Medicine experience.

Responsibilities

• Relays instructions to patients and interacts with patients and family members throughout procedures and treatment.
• Follows procedure protocols and administers radioactive isotopes, including therapeutic isotopes.
• Enters patient information into the database and uses a digital ordering system to order procedure isotopes.
• Acquires, processes, and reviews nuclear medicine and PET/CT images for accuracy and medical interpretation.
• Performs equipment quality assurance to ensure image quality.
• Communicates with patients, coworkers, and physicians through written and verbal communication.
• Participates in continuing education programs and completes training for new procedures as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution match of up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time