Nuclear Medicine Technologist 1

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Medical Imaging, performs routine clinical studies and daily supportive work to facilitate Nuclear Medicine patient studies and assists Radiology physicians or Nuclear Cardiologists in daily operations of the Nuclear Medicine Program. All essential functions reflect age‑specific needs of adult and geriatric patients, adapting care to physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs, fostering patient‑ and family‑centered care in accordance with Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital’s mission, vision, and values. Location: The Miriam Hospital, 164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI 02906.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and performs patient studies and analysis per department procedure manual and special instructions from Nuclear Medicine Manager, Radiology Physicians or Nuclear Cardiologists.
• Operates and navigates IS software (MAK, Syngo, PACS, Lifelinks, etc.).
• Proficiently operates gamma cameras, uptake units, dose calibrator, well counter, survey meters, RIS computers, acquisition and processing workstations, xenon delivery system, EKG machines, imagers, and other pertinent equipment.
• Processes images and inputs required information in PACS; verifies images for radiologist review.
• Properly bills patients for supplies, ensuring correct codes and number of codes are applied.
• Performs daily quality assurance on imaging and monitoring instruments per department procedures; notifies manager of irregularities.
• Performs daily wipe tests on incoming radiopharmaceuticals; unpacks and logs incoming packages; prepares radiopharmaceutical kits for patient studies.
• Dispenses, calibrates, and administers radioactive dosages while maintaining accurate records of clinical radiopharmaceutical acquisition and usage; orders daily radiopharmaceuticals.
• Practices good radiation safety per Radiation Safety Manual.
• Performs proper disposal of decayed radioactive material, keeping accurate records of destination and activity.
• May inform Service Representative of equipment problems and follow up on repairs; order department supplies; perform mandatory camera quality control tests (C.O.R., uniformity, resolution, sensitivity floods) at established intervals; assist with department accreditation process.
• May perform quarterly linearity tests on the dose calibrator and other state‑required tests.
• Performs weekly department area wipe tests.
• Transports patients to and from the department as needed.
• Performs housekeeping duties in hot lab, procedure rooms, and injection rooms as needed.
• May be responsible for training new staff and students.
• Performs other related duties appropriate to department goals as assigned by the Nuclear Medicine Manager; maintains hospital/department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control.
• Maintains knowledge and expertise through continuing professional development, independent study, education‑related professional activities, and affiliations.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal training in an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Current license to practice in the State of Rhode Island.
• Current Nuclear Medicine ARRT or CNMT certification.
• Interpersonal skills to interface effectively with patients, visitors, and hospital staff to allay fears and anxieties.
• Knowledge and physical ability to operate nuclear medicine equipment.
• Analytical ability to calculate and prepare radiopharmaceuticals appropriate to prescribed procedure and patient.
• Knowledge and skills to provide care to patients across the life span, considering aging processes, human development stages, and cultural diversity.
• Attention to detail for meticulous nuclear medicine record‑keeping.
• Up to 3–6 months on‑the‑job orientation to become familiar with job responsibilities.
• Experience in healthcare environment (acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, ancillary healthcare enterprises) with direct patient contact and medical equipment.
• Ability to lift and position patients and lift supplies up to 50 pounds.
• Walks and stands intermittently throughout the day; subject to electrical and energy hazards; adheres to safety procedures and uses protective equipment.

Pay

Pay Range: $39.56 – $65.28 per hour.

Schedule

Work Type: 800a‑430p (8 hour day shift). Daily Hours: 8 hours. Driving Required: No.