Nuclear Medicine Technologist | PRN

Avera•Sioux Falls, SD

2d•$36 - $54

About The Position

Position Highlights We are seeking an ambitious Nuclear Medicine Technologist, experienced or new graduate, to join our talented team in this highly impactful role. Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care. Career Growth: Great opportunity to obtain healthcare experience for those that are looking to further their education in healthcare or be involved in an ever-changing career with upward mobility. Hours: Varied Shifts; PRN (as needed) You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Performs basic and complex in vivo and in vitro nuclear medicine procedures for outpatients. This position supports the function of nuclear medicine scans for the diagnosis and treatment of numerous diseases and disease processes.

Requirements

The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
Associate's Or a certificate of completion from an accredited School of Radiology or Nuclear Medicine
Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Upon Hire or Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's
1-3 years experience as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Responsibilities

Prepares diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals for administration.
Operates imaging equipment and radiopharmaceutical calibration equipment and assists in the preventive maintenance of the departmental equipment.
Performs quality control tests on both radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment.
Assists in the development and implementation of new procedures.
Follows all Nuclear Regulatory Commission Regulations.
Completes all nuclear medicine exams according to written policy and procedure manual; i.e. correct patient doses, waiting periods, camera setup, processing and filming.
Assists physicians in performing specific diagnostic Nuclear Medicine exams.
Calculate and administer diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals to patients (IV or oral) and maintain accurate records of radionuclides (patient dose, receipt and disposal of materials).
Accurately operates nuclear medicine equipment and related computer data systems.
Assists in radionuclide Rx procedures and performs the necessary monitoring for these procedures.
Assists with brachytherapy implant procedures and leaks; performs necessary inventory, testing and monitoring procedures.