Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Responsibilities

Determination of appropriate image scan technique and position for patient using immobilization and support devices; Operation of more advanced and sophisticated nuclear medicine equipment; Adherence to all accepted safety standards and practices to ensure patient safety and quality patient care; Coordination of quality control areas (checking N.M. images to ensure optimal quality, disseminating exams to N.M. Technologist, etc.); Provision of instruction and orientation to new technologists to effectively participate in the assessment of their performance reviews; Participation in problem-solving issues addressing patients, department operations, quality assurance procedures, interdepartmental relationships and employee morale; Presenting and maintaining a professional standard

Requirements

Must be a graduate from an accredited AMA School of Nuclear Medicine; Knowledge of HIS system; Basic knowledge of RIS systems; IEMA accreditation in Medical Radiation Technology; American Registry of Radiologic Technologists registered (ARRT) and certified in nuclear medicine (NM) or Certified by Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (CNMT); CPR certified within 30 days of date of hire; Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week; Ability to make independent professional decisions pertaining to high quality patient care; High degree of technical skills; Ability to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities; Conscientious in practicing high quality patient care; Ability to lift and/or move patients; Heavy lifting: lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints; Ability to deal with extremely ill patients; Ability to recognize needs and behaviors of age groups: pediatric, adolescent, adult, older adult

Benefits

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program