Job Details
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radiopharmaceuticals and advanced imaging equipment. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will ensure patient safety, produce high-quality diagnostic images, and collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, measure, and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with physician orders and safety guidelines
- Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine imaging procedures using gamma cameras, SPECT, and PET/CT equipment as applicable
- Position and educate patients for imaging procedures while ensuring comfort and safety
- Monitor patients during procedures and respond appropriately to adverse reactions
- Operate, calibrate, and perform quality control checks on nuclear medicine equipment
- Process, review, and document imaging studies for interpretation by physicians
- Maintain accurate patient records and imaging documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and PACS
- Follow radiation safety practices, ALARA principles, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with radiologists, nuclear medicine physicians, cardiologists, oncologists, and other healthcare professionals
- Ensure compliance with infection prevention protocols, HIPAA regulations, patient safety standards, and facility policies
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education activities
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program
- Active Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in the state of practice, where required
- Current ARRT (N) or NMTCB certification required
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of recent nuclear medicine experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of radiopharmaceuticals, radiation safety, imaging protocols, and quality assurance procedures
- Experience with PACS, RIS, and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems preferred
- Excellent communication, organizational, and patient care skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in hospital, outpatient imaging, cardiology, oncology, or PET/CT settings
- CT certification or experience with hybrid imaging systems (SPECT/CT or PET/CT) preferred
- Previous travel or contract imaging experience preferred
- Strong understanding of radiation protection regulations and quality control procedures
- Strong teamwork, adaptability, and ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Ability to work flexible shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call schedules as required
Pay Rate
$71.90 - $76.78/hour
About us :
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