Nuclear Med Tech

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine and/or Nuclear Cardiology procedures according to all Protocols, Policies and Procedures and adhering to A.L.A.R.A. programs.
• Performs all quality control procedures in accordance with manufacturer, state and federal guidelines.
• Demonstrates competence and proficiency in performing all required nuclear medicine exams on patients of all age groups, positioning the patient and equipment, selecting the protocol, technique and utilizing all required equipment.
• Reviews all exam requisitions for pertinent information and makes notes on all additional pertinent information.
• Determine the quality of radiopharmaceutical received from suppliers.
• Explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provide them with assistance during test procedures.
• Protects self, patient and other personnel during all nuclear medicine exams.
• Maintains all required records, reports, licenses and files as required by Federal, State and other regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

Completion of a Nuclear Medicine program accredited by either the Joint Review Committee on Education Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Required.

Licenses and Certifications

• (N) ARDMS or ARRT - Nuclear Med Tech Required
• CNMT - Certified Nuclear Med Tech CNMT registered Upon Hire Required
• NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Tech NMTCB registered Upon Hire Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required