Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

Baptist Healthcare System • Paducah, KY

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About The Position

This PRN position works 8-hour shifts, with start times varying between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM based on department needs. Under the direction of the department supervisor, the technologist oversees the daily flow of patients through the department and coordinates daily examination assignments. The role performs nuclear medicine procedures with minimal supervision of technical details, using independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation and other forms of energy. The technologist assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as needed and maintains records and charting related to individual cases.

The technologist collects patient histories and related information, communicates and coordinates with the radiologist and others as needed, follows department protocols, and produces quality images. The role provides immobilization and protection according to safety standards, continuously monitors patients during examinations, assists the radiologist with examinations and invasive procedures when necessary, and uses EPIC. The technologist also assists physicians with Nuclear and PET examinations by preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals under a radiologist's direction.

Requirements

• Technical diploma in CNMT and/or ARRT(N).
• BLS certification.
• Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy credential required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily patient flow through the department and coordinate daily examination assignments under the direction of the department supervisor.
• Perform nuclear medicine procedures with minimal supervision of technical details, applying independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative.
• Assume responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.
• Maintain records and chart information related to individual cases.
• Collect patient histories and related information, and coordinate and communicate with the radiologist and others as needed.
• Follow department protocols and produce quality images for each examination.
• Provide immobilization as required and protect patients in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Continuously monitor patients throughout examinations.
• Assist the radiologist with examinations and invasive procedures when necessary.
• Use EPIC effectively.
• Assist physicians with Nuclear and PET examinations by preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals under a radiologist's direction.

What This Job Offers

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