Full Time Nuclear Med Tech Full Time
Vibra Travels•Mountain Home, ID
•Onsite
About The Position
Peterson Health is seeking a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Kerrville, Texas. Under the supervision of radiologists and the management team, the technologist acquires diagnostic images for interpretation using ALARA principles, injects and distributes nuclides to enhance anatomy, and assists with invasive procedures as requested. The role uses a Siemens Evo Symbia S system and works Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with rotations of weekly and holiday call.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine.
- ARRT (N) or NMTCB certification, Texas license, and BLS CPR.
- Entry-level experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, decision-making, and patient-care skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, positioning, imaging techniques, and radiation protection and safety.
- Knowledge of imaging physics and medical terminology.
- Ability to determine exposure factors that produce optimum images with minimum patient exposure.
- Ability to evaluate images for technique, positioning, and related qualities.
- Ability to position patients and adjust equipment to obtain the desired image.
- Skill in safe and efficient operation of nuclear medicine equipment.
- Knowledge of venipuncture and proper isotope handling and injection for patient exams.
- Ability to determine appropriate protocols for efficient acquisition of optimum diagnostic images.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine and Radiography.
- Multiple-modality registry from ARRT.
- More than one year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
Responsibilities
- Acquire diagnostic images for interpretation using ALARA principles.
- Inject and distribute nuclides for anatomy enhancement.
- Assist with invasive procedures as requested.
- Position patients and adjust equipment to produce diagnostic images.
- Evaluate images for technique, positioning, and other relevant qualities.
- Determine appropriate exposure factors and imaging protocols to obtain optimum diagnostic images while minimizing patient exposure.
- Operate nuclear medicine equipment safely and efficiently.
- Perform venipuncture and handle and inject isotopes appropriately for patient examinations.
- Adapt techniques as needed to develop improved methods and keep the department up to date.
Benefits
- $10,000 sign-on bonus.
- Health insurance.
- 401(k).
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee education scholarships.
- Employee referral program.
- Merit increases.
- Free access to an onsite fitness facility.
- Great culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
