Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Full-Time Days

Orlando Health•Clermont, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Nuclear Medicine Technologists at Orlando Health South Lake Hospital provide direct patient care by preparing and administering doses for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, performing patient procedures, processing and enhancing images, and preparing images for physician interpretation. The role performs nuclear medicine, PET, cardiac stress lab, and radiopharmacy functions as required. Technologists may also perform diagnostic CT imaging or administer contrast when dual-certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), subject to guidelines or physician orders. The position requires professional judgment, appropriate patient care, accurate and complete studies, and compliance with Orlando Health policies and applicable safety and regulatory requirements. Technologists maintain equipment quality control, prepare and calculate radiopharmaceutical doses, administer radiopharmaceuticals and prescribed medications, assist with therapeutic radioactive materials, and handle radioactive materials in accordance with applicable regulations. The role is based at South Lake Hospital in Clermont, Florida, and is full-time on a day schedule.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Maintain current certification as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), or current ARRT (N) certification in Nuclear Medicine.
Maintain a current Florida State License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
Maintain current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Have knowledge of Nuclear Medicine equipment, procedures, and radiation safety.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine, PET scanning, cardiac stress lab, and radiopharmacy functions as required.
Perform diagnostic CT imaging when dual-certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), as required by guidelines or physician order.
Exercise professional judgment and maintain a demeanor supportive of quality care.
Deliver appropriate care, recognize patient conditions, and ensure successful completion of procedures.
Adhere to Orlando Health mission statements, strategic imperatives, policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
Perform nuclear medicine dynamic, static, and functional procedures required for specific studies.
Perform SPECT and SPECT/CT imaging as required by guidelines or physician order.
Perform PET imaging on a rotational basis as outlined in written procedures or directed by an interpreting physician.
Perform computer acquisition, image processing, and documentation required for procedures.
Perform quality control on Nuclear Medicine instrumentation according to written procedures or manufacturer guidelines.
Order and administer radiopharmaceuticals, including positron emitters, as required.
Maintain records and perform safety checks as outlined by Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
Perform venipuncture and evaluate IV access for prescribed radiopharmaceutical and medication administration; administer contrast when dual-certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), as required by guidelines or physician order.
Prepare radiopharmaceutical doses, calculate exact patient dosages as required by law, and maintain related records.
Assist an authorized user in administering therapeutic radioactive materials.
Participate in the corporate ALARA Radiation Safety Program and ensure customer safety.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with applicable policies and laws.
Participate in process improvement activities.
Work at any facility if required.
Provide safe patient transport.
Handle, dispose of, and decontaminate radioactive materials and maintain required records; keep current on procedural changes and equipment updates.
Use professional judgment and decision-making, and seek supervisory input as appropriate.
Ensure patient studies are complete and accurate.
Educate patients and families about the studies being performed.
Help ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including OSHA, The Joint Commission, FDA, NRC, EPA, and the Florida Department of Health.