Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 40 hours per week | Diagnostic Imaging

Great River Health•West Burlington, IA

2d•$36

About The Position

A Brief Overview Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes for therapeutic and diagnostic studies utilizing a variety of radioisotope equipment. Operate Nuclear Medicine and PETCT equipment to demonstrate anatomical or physiological structures of the human body for diagnostic purposes. Produce quality images as directed by radiologists and physicians for the diagnosis or treatment of anatomic or physiologic disorders. Demonstrate knowledge of general and cross-sectional anatomy, technical factors, radiation safety, and basic computer skills. What you will do Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of a physician. Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies, using a gamma camera or PETCT to produce photographic or computer-generated images. Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed, using computer and following physician's prescription. Process cardiac and other function studies, using computer. Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment and Nuclear Medicine & PETCT imaging equipment. Maintain detailed procedure records Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment. Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures. Prepare stock radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree (AA)
Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
1-3 years Training/experience in Nuclear Medicine.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Teaching others how to do something.
Ability to use discretion and sensitivity.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to tailor content to key target audiences.
Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills with a dedication to customer satisfaction.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with all members of the health care team.
Ability to work in a team environment.
excellent communication, customer service and time management skills
Shares corporate vision, goals, and information.
Strong computer skills required.
Knowledge of electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications.
Knowledge of local, State and Federal regulations pertaining to facility functions.
ability to be on his/her feet for prolonged periods
The position requires the ability to attend to more than one aspect of a situation simultaneously.
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Qualifications: May be required to work/float to more than one work location.
Additional duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes for therapeutic and diagnostic studies utilizing a variety of radioisotope equipment.
Operate Nuclear Medicine and PETCT equipment to demonstrate anatomical or physiological structures of the human body for diagnostic purposes.
Produce quality images as directed by radiologists and physicians for the diagnosis or treatment of anatomic or physiologic disorders.
Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of a physician.
Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies, using a gamma camera or PETCT to produce photographic or computer-generated images.
Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed, using computer and following physician's prescription.
Process cardiac and other function studies, using computer.
Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment and Nuclear Medicine & PETCT imaging equipment.
Maintain detailed procedure records
Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
Prepare stock radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.

Benefits

We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes:
Competitive base pay
Matching retirement programs
Health, Dental and Vision plans
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans
Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D
Paid time off (PTO)
Education Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Discounted cafeteria meals
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Service Recognition program
Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity