Nuclear Medicine Technologist

USHP•Manassas, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Carient Heart and Vascular is a leading cardiovascular group of 18 Cardiologists, 2 Vascular Surgeons, and 14 mid-level providers in Northern Virginia. We value professional growth, quality colleagues, in a well-established successful group practice; dedicated to providing our patients with the highest level of care. We are looking for a friendly, professional, and driven Nuclear Technologist to join our patient focused team of professionals at our cardiovascular practice in Northern Virginia. Carient Heart and Vascular is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer competitive salary and benefits.

Requirements

High School Graduate or Equivalent.
Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist program.
Registered Radiologic Technologist in Nuclear Medicine through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or CNMT certification through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

PET/CT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs high quality dynamic static SPECT and Pet/CT imaging procedures utilizing patient population specific standards to obtain the desired diagnostic patient information for the referring physician.
Performs various radiopharmacy duties including receipt, preparation, administration and storage of radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals to ensure safety and integrity of the agents used.
Practices safe handling of radioactive materials according to departmental NRC and State regulations to ensure minimal radiation exposure to self and others.
Performs quality and compassionate patient care in order to ensure patient cooperation safety and satisfaction.
Operates required equipment necessary to produce scans using established guidelines and protocols.