Nuclear Medicine Technologist - 3 days/week
Envision Radiology•Arlington, TX
•$42 - $55•Onsite
About The Position
Envision Imaging of North Arlington is looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team! This role involves preparing and administering radioactive isotopes for therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using various radioisotope equipment. The technologist will detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies using a camera to produce images and calculate doses to be administered.
Requirements
- Two plus years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine
- Ability to educate patients on procedures being performed
- Detail oriented, self-motivated, a problem solver and a team player
- Ability to navigate multiple computer screens and browsers quickly and accurately
- Ability to excel in a very fast-pace team environment
- Ability to continuously “exceed” company and customer expectation
- Strong communication skills & professional demeanor
- Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program
- Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Certification.
- Registry in Nuclear Medicine (N) or (CNMT)
- Current license from state medical board (if applicable)
- Current CPR/BLS certification
Responsibilities
- Interfaces with patient to ascertain medical history and provides instructions and explanation of the procedure and/or exam to obtain the best possible image.
- Reviews patient charts for missed clinical information and/or consent. Screens patients for surgical and other implants, contrast allergies, etc.
- Performs nuclear medicine and/or PET scans while attending to patient’s care before, during and following exam and notifies the appropriate party if patient’s condition changes at any time.
- Maintains record of receipt and disposal of radioactive materials. Manages radioactive disposables for proper decay and disposal.
- Performs injections of radioisotope and orders radioisotopes for next day’s exams.
- Transfers images to other locations as needed.
- Coordinates scan protocols with Radiologist.
- Maintains and regularly inspects equipment and immediately reports any quality concerns as well as equipment failures or deficiencies.
- Interfaces with Lead Technologist & Area Manager regarding any and all departmental concerns.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Company Matched 401k Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
