Job Title: Technologist
Profession: Technologist
Specialty: Nuclear Medicine
Duration: 13
Shift: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hours per Shift: 10
Experience: 2 years NMT experience
License: Registered in Nuclear Medicine with the ARRT or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
Certifications: BLS, ARRT
Must-Have: Registered in Nuclear Medicine with the ARRT or NMTCB; 2 years NMT experience
Description:
Responsible for performing all aspects of patient exam activities of nuclear medicine at a technical level that will produce high-quality images consistent with established policies and procedures.
Specializes in performing diagnostic studies in nuclear medicine imaging.
Obtains patient history, explains standard procedures, and addresses patient concerns to foster comfort and confidence.
Operates and maintains all assigned nuclear scanning imaging equipment to ensure proper functionality.
Performs diagnostic studies including measuring and preparing concentrations of radioactive isotopes in specified body areas to obtain diagnostic information.
Properly identifies, prepares, and administers medications/substances as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
Completes quality assurance processes and practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self.
Complies with all regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
Maintains all required documentation, logs, charts, forms, and records in paper and electronic formats.
Maintains an adequate supply of all consumables to perform quality testing.
Performs all routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function checks on imaging equipment.
May assist other areas of radiology as needed.
Performs other related duties as required and directed.