Nuclear Medicine Technologist

About the role

The Nuclear Medical Technologist operates a variety of Hot Lab equipment and diagnostic Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment to obtain images of the anatomy of interest for interpretation by Radiologists, adhering to As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) concepts. The technologist processes images according to specific diagnostic protocols and may assist physicians with the administration of therapeutic radionuclides.

Responsibilities

• Receives patients and explains procedures prior to and throughout the exam.
• Observes patient condition for additional pertinent information relative to the ordered test (e.g., coherence, ability to comply, pregnancy, physical contraindications, physical status).
• Calculates radionuclide activity to be administered in accordance with protocols for ordered procedures.
• Prepares appropriate dosage and volume of radiopharmaceuticals and performs quality control procedures to ensure pharmaceutical quality before administration.
• Maintains sterility and integrity of prepared radiopharmaceutical compounds.
• Prepares imaging devices for studies in accordance with protocols for ordered exams.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients intravenously, orally, or by inhalation.
• Performs standard Nuclear Medicine dynamic, static, SPECT, and SPECT-CT imaging procedures, adjusting equipment to encompass the area of study.
• Monitors and maintains patient’s ancillary equipment, such as supplemental oxygen and IV lines.
• Observes patient for changes in status and follows prescribed protocols for intervention or notifies appropriate staff as needed.
• Prepares specialized radiopharmaceuticals for in-vitro or in-vivo labeling methods.
• Prepares patient blood samples for transport to outside vendors for radiolabeling.
• Reports excessive radiation exposure to the Authorized User, Nuclear Medicine Manager, and Radiation Safety Officer.
• Performs tasks associated with receiving, processing, distributing, and storing radioactive materials.
• Receives and checks radionuclide shipments for contamination according to radiation safety procedures and regulations.
• Disposes of radioactive material and waste in accordance with departmental policy and state/federal regulations.
• Assists in maintaining current inventory of routine laboratory and medical supplies.
• Maintains supply of ventilation mouthpieces; cleans, packages, and transports them to the hospital sterilization unit.
• Performs quality control procedures on all instruments, including voltage, linearity checks, and tests of uniformity and resolution.
• Performs minor routine preventative maintenance on specified instrumentation.
• Initiates vendor service calls for machine repair and downtime events.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist program or Associate in Applied Science degree.
• Registration as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One year of Nuclear Medicine experience preferred.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, quality control procedures, and operation of Hot Lab and Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment.
• Good working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with DailyPay option.
• Benefits effective on day one (no waiting periods), including medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes.
• Unlimited career growth opportunities within one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Schedule

Part-time, 24 hours per week (day shift).