Nuclear Medicine Technologist - 3 days/week

About the role

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist prepares and administers radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Detects and maps radiopharmaceuticals in patients’ body using a camera to produce photographic or computer images. Calculates doses to be administered.

Responsibilities

• Interface with patient to ascertain medical history and provide instructions and explanation of the procedure and/or exam to obtain the best possible image.
• Review patient charts for missed clinical information and/or consent.
• Screen patients for surgical and other implants, contrast allergies, etc.
• Perform nuclear medicine and/or PET scans while attending to patient’s care before, during and following exam and notify the appropriate party if patient’s condition changes at any time.
• Maintain record of receipt and disposal of radioactive materials.
• Manage radioactive disposables for proper decay and disposal.
• Perform injections of radioisotope and order radioisotopes for next day’s exams.
• Transfer images to other locations as needed.
• Coordinate scan protocols with Radiologist.
• Maintain and regularly inspect equipment and immediately report any quality concerns as well as equipment failures or deficiencies.
• Interface with Lead Technologist & Area Manager regarding any and all departmental concerns.
• Adhere to Envision’s Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies and attend annual Compliance training as set forth by the Company.
• Work in an environmentally controlled outpatient clinical environment with potential exposure to radiation (minimized by PPE), bodily fluids, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation; often work in cool, dimly lighted rooms.
• Physical demands: exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, up to 10 pounds constantly; regularly use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms; frequently talk and hear; require close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• No travel expected for this position.
• OSHA Exposure Rating: 3 – reasonably anticipated all employees in this job classification will have occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids.

Requirements

• Two plus years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine
• Ability to educate patients on procedures being performed
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, a problem solver and a team player
• Ability to navigate multiple computer screens and browsers quickly and accurately
• Ability to excel in a very fast‑pace team environment
• Ability to continuously “exceed” company and customer expectation
• Strong communication skills & professional demeanor

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program
• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Certification
• Registry in Nuclear Medicine (N) or (CNMT)
• Current license from state medical board (if applicable)
• Current CPR/BLS certification

Skills

• Technical Capacity
• Ethical Conduct
• Thoroughness
• Time Management
• Personal Effectiveness