Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Summary

The role involves utilizing multidisciplinary skills to perform a variety of procedures using sealed and unsealed radionuclides and radiation detecting equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform technical exams accurately and in a timely manner, including equipment operation, patient transfer to exam table, and correct patient positioning.
• Ensure a safe environment for procedures.
• Conduct and document quality control on all equipment to ensure compliance with calibration dates and regulatory standards.
• Prepare, administer, dispose of, and document radiopharmaceuticals, pharmaceuticals, oral contrast, and IV contrast under physician direction and department protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of shipping, receiving, use, storage, and disposal of all radioisotopes according to relevant policies.
• Document and maintain room surveys, wipe tests, bioassays, and assist in quality attainment programs.
• Schedule exams, verify physician orders, and manage documentation for medical records.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of rooms and equipment, and stock supplies and linen as needed.
• Crosstrain in other department technologies for optimal personnel utilization.
• Exercise independent judgment in planning operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.
• Coordinate activities and lead others in similar work, without direct supervision.
• Engage with patients, internal and external customers, and other healthcare professionals through various communication channels.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of six (6) months of related experience.
• Strong time management, multitasking, organizational, and prioritizing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with a diverse range of individuals.

Required Education

• Graduate from an AMA-approved program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Required Certification & Licensure

• CNMT (Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology) or ARRT (N) License.
• CPR certification.