Nuclear Medicine Technologist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent certification from an accredited CT or Nuclear Medicine Program.
• Active NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification.
• Active NMTCB (CT) or ARRT(CT) certification.
• BLS certification.
• State licensure in good standing, where applicable.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to push and pull medical equipment as part of a team.
• Ability to walk, stoop, turn, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Use protective equipment when performing clinical duties with potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens or other infectious materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform PET/CT and nuclear medicine imaging procedures, including functional and/or perfusion rest and stress cardiac studies, according to physician orders, protocols, and quality standards.
• Acquire and process images so studies meet the expectations of referring physicians and radiologists and are suitable for physician review.
• Follow procedures for daily quality control, equipment operation, examinations, radiation safety, isotope handling and transportation, and dose ordering.
• Start IVs and insert intra-catheter needles using appropriate aseptic technique.
• Administer prescribed radiopharmaceuticals, isotopes, and pharmaceuticals in accordance with applicable standards, guidelines, and company protocols.
• Ensure patient safety while providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services.
• Perform daily equipment quality-control checks and calibrations and complete required NRC, state, and other regulatory documentation.
• Follow radiation-safety policies and applicable NRC and state guidelines, including required surveys of hot lab areas, exam rooms, imaging equipment, and personnel.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, local, regulatory, company, and customer requirements.
• Document testing results, patient medical history, radiopharmaceutical administration, and other required clinical and administrative information in the applicable EMR or documentation system.
• Prepare and inventory pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and equipment needed for scheduled procedures.
• Handle and dispose of medical and radioactive waste according to applicable requirements.
• Provide consistent, excellent patient and customer service.
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, customer personnel, coworkers, and leadership.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options.
• 401(k) with generous employer match.
• Additional supplemental insurances.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness Program.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
• Employee Referral Program.