Nuclear Technologist

Heart & Vascular Partners•Oklahoma City, OK

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Nuclear Technologist, you will prepare, administer and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Essential Functions of the Role: The candidate must prepare, administer and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment, under the direction of a physician. Use the specific equipment needed to produce photographic or computer images to be interpreted by the physician. Perform cardiac scanning to check for areas showing signs of abnormality using SPECT and PET imaging. The duties of a PET/ Nuclear Technologist also include conducting patient history taking and answering all relevant queries before the procedure. Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received. Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment and cameras. Check in radiopharmaceuticals received by and prepare for pickup by Nuc Pharmacy personnel. Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment and cameras. Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment. Dispose of radioactive materials following guidelines. Explain test procedures and safety precautions to the patients and provide them with assistance during the test procedures. Maintain all records and assist with accreditation of the department. The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by Nuclear Technologist, but is not a complete list of the responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs dictate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) and/or
Nuclear Medicine Technology RT(N)
State License
ARRT Registration or NMTCB required

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Cardiology field

Responsibilities

Prepare, administer and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment, under the direction of a physician.
Use the specific equipment needed to produce photographic or computer images to be interpreted by the physician.
Perform cardiac scanning to check for areas showing signs of abnormality using SPECT and PET imaging.
Conduct patient history taking and answering all relevant queries before the procedure.
Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received.
Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment and cameras.
Check in radiopharmaceuticals received by and prepare for pickup by Nuc Pharmacy personnel.
Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
Dispose of radioactive materials following guidelines.
Explain test procedures and safety precautions to the patients and provide them with assistance during the test procedures.
Maintain all records and assist with accreditation of the department.