Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

RAYUS Radiology • Woodbury, MN

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About The Position

RAYUS Radiology is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to operate assigned scanners and produce diagnostic images. The technologist provides Nuclear Medicine services in accordance with professional standards, taking a patient-centered approach and delivering excellent customer service. This is a casual/PRN position working day shift.

The role includes screening and preparing patients for imaging, performing routine and advanced procedures, administering radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with regulations and departmental policies, and maintaining patient records and equipment. The technologist also supports department quality control, radiation safety, inventory, protocol maintenance, and training activities.

Requirements

• NMTCB-registered technologist, current and in good standing.
• Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA)-approved school of radiography.
• Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Training and experience sufficient to competently perform Nuclear Medicine procedures independently.
• Certification in an imaging specialty.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual.
• Registered/licensed in PET and PET/CT.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for exam precautions or contraindications and use two identifiers to confirm the correct patient and procedure.
• Explain and prepare patients for Nuclear Medicine procedures, including positioning them appropriately.
• Perform routine and advanced Nuclear Medicine imaging procedures with minimal supervision and minimal repeats, while supporting patients throughout the procedure.
• Assess, prepare, record, and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and departmental policies.
• Follow safety-related work practices, physician orders, and applicable safety regulations.
• Adjust scan parameters as needed and use dose-reduction techniques appropriately.
• Maintain positive working relationships with radiologists, referring customers, associates, and peers.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Keep the work area orderly and clean, and clean and disinfect equipment after each use.
• Maintain ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain imaging equipment in good working order.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines.
• Perform and record daily quality-control procedures on specified equipment.
• Perform daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards and Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements.
• Report contamination to the Radiation Safety Officer.
• Assist with maintaining the imaging protocol manual and software upgrades.
• Monitor medical supply inventory and request supplies as needed.
• Assist with training new associates by providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, based on eligibility.
• Dental insurance, based on eligibility.
• Vision insurance, based on eligibility.
• 401(k) with company match, based on eligibility.
• Life and disability insurance, based on eligibility.
• Tuition reimbursement, based on eligibility.
• Adoption assistance, based on eligibility.
• Pet insurance, based on eligibility.
• PTO and holiday pay, based on eligibility.
• DailyPay, contingent upon initial setup period.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed