Nuclear Medical Technologist

Job Requisition: REQ1999

Employment Type: Per Diem

Shift: Days

Hours Per Week: Per Diem

Hiring Range : $42.02 Flat rate

The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Responsibilities:
• Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.

• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately.

• Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.

• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.

• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).

• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.

• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (AART)

• Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)

• Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.

Complexity of Work:
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Personal Protective Equipment:
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.