Job Details
Position Summary
We are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using specialized imaging equipment and radiopharmaceuticals. The Technologist will prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, acquire high-quality diagnostic images, maintain radiation safety, and provide safe and compassionate patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Prepare, calculate, handle, and administer radiopharmaceuticals safely and accurately.
- Operate gamma cameras, SPECT/SPECT-CT, and related nuclear medicine equipment.
- Verify patient information, clinical history, and examination orders before procedures.
- Position and monitor patients throughout examinations.
- Acquire and evaluate images for technical quality and completeness.
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions and respond appropriately to emergencies.
- Follow radiation safety, ALARA principles, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of radiopharmaceutical use, imaging procedures, and patient care.
- Perform quality control checks and report equipment issues or malfunctions.
- Maintain appropriate radiation protection and contamination-control practices.
- Collaborate with physicians, radiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Follow infection prevention, HIPAA, and departmental policies.
- Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate Degree or equivalent education in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
- Current, active, and unrestricted Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in the applicable state, when required.
- ARRT(N) and/or NMTCB certification, as applicable to the assignment.
- Knowledge of nuclear medicine procedures, radiopharmaceuticals, and radiation safety.
- Strong attention to detail and patient-care skills.
- Ability to operate nuclear medicine imaging equipment effectively.
- Strong communication and clinical judgment skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous nuclear medicine experience.
- Experience with SPECT/CT and hybrid imaging.
- Familiarity with PACS and electronic medical records (EMR).
- Experience with cardiac nuclear medicine procedures preferred.
- BLS certification preferred/required based on assignment requirements.
- Additional specialty credentials preferred where applicable.
Pay Rate
$70.33 - $75.20/hour
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