Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Profession: Technologist
Specialty: Nuclear Medicine
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Monday - Friday
Hours per Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Experience: Minimum of 24 months of current Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience
License: Active permanent or temporary Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification
Certifications: Active American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with certification in Nuclear Medicine (N) or active CNMT; Active American Heart Association BLS
Must-Have:
Must have Siemens and Spectrum Imaging experience.
Must be able to administer intramuscular and intravenous injections and start intravenous lines.
Must be able to operate Gamma cameras, including SPECT/CT and PET/CT scanners, nuclear medicine computers, and Cardiac Stress equipment.
Must have basic knowledge of nuclear medicine therapeutic treatments.
Must have basic knowledge of EKG to perform cardiac studies.
Description:
Performs quality control measures on nuclear medicine equipment and devices, including troubleshooting and maintenance.
Ensures quality management programs for all procedures.
Confers with physicians to determine appropriate procedures to ensure effective operations.
Documents all operations of the laboratory, including the receipt and disposition of radioactive materials, instrument, and procedural quality control data, patient procedures, and medical records.
Exercises judgment in the performance of scheduled examinations and procedures to ensure compliance with established guidelines.
Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction.
Makes recommendations to management and implements and monitors results as appropriate.
Provides clinical instructions for Radiology students and residents to ensure that all healthcare providers are well informed of all radiologic information.
Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the nuclear medicine field by attending seminars or workshops, reading professional journals, and actively participating in professional organizations.
Maintains a positive working relationship with coworkers, physicians, nurses, residents, and patients to ensure interdepartmental cooperation.
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact Nuclear Medicine.
Develops effective internal controls to promote adherence to applicable laws and program requirements of accreditation agencies.
Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.