Nuclear Medicine Technologist, PRN, High Point Medical Center

American Addiction Centers • High Point, NC

22d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist, PRN, at High Point Medical Center, within the Radiology: Special Studies department, is responsible for preparing, administering, and documenting diagnostic doses of radiopharmaceuticals. This role adheres to department radiation safety practices and involves obtaining necessary medications and preparing patients for procedures. The technologist also explains procedures to patients and their families, performs measurements to provide diagnostic information, and maintains ongoing self-study to stay current with new techniques and radiopharmaceuticals.

Requirements

• Registered by either the ARRT (N) or NMTCB required.
• BLS required.
• Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT or NMTCB recognizes in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• If a new graduate, must be registry eligible with registry completion within 1 year of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, administers and documents diagnostic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under the supervision of an Authorized User.
• Adheres to department radiation safety practices.
• Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
• Obtains brief patient history and records all pertinent information on finished exams (i.e., dose information patient data, dates, views, etc.).
• Verifies the patient by using appropriate patient identifiers and prepares patient for the procedure.
• Explains the procedure to the patient and parents/family members of the patient.
• Performs organ concentration and excretion measurements to provide diagnostic information of patient illness.
• Maintains an on-going self-study program to ensure competence and knowledge in new techniques or radiopharmaceuticals.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree