PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

Summary: The nuclear medicine technologist provides information about both structure and function with every major organ within the body by the injection of radioactive materials. Under general supervision, performs prescribed radiologic procedures requiring specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population. May prepare and administer various radioactive chemical mixtures as appropriate to the nature of the procedures being carried out.

(This is a PRN position likely filling needs 1 day per week, preferably Mondays 8 am to 5 pm)

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Prepares and administers radioactive chemical compounds, known as radiopharmaceuticals.
• Injects reversal agents (theophylline) to the patients.
• Starts patient IV's .
• Perform patient imaging procedures using radiation detecting instrumentation.
• Accomplish computer processing and imaging enhancement.
• Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation .
• Prepares facilities in accordance with procedural requirements; calibrates equipment as required by the institution.
• Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed, using computer and following physician’s prescription.
• Prepares patient for radiographic/nuclear medicine procedures as appropriate to requirements; explains procedures to patients and positions patients as appropriate to prescribed procedure; assists patients at end of procedure.
• Monitors the patient’s physical condition during the course of the procedure.
• Monitoring the departments daily, monthly, and quarterly QC under the guidelines of the NRC.
• Maintains stock supplies and assists administrators in determining quantities for purchase; performs general office duties such as delivering and retrieving film, recording procedure codes for billing purposes, typing forms, and scheduling patients.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Monitors flow and productivity in the department and has the capabilities to recommend improved processes.
• Prepare patient for stress test.
• Work at different Tryon office locations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education and Certifications:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Program and registered with the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• Current state certification .
• Maintenance of current American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certifications for HealthCare workers.
• Completion of Hepatitis B Vaccine and Flu Vaccine Form will be required. Candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
• Completion of TB test will be required.

Experience:

• 2 years of experience in healthcare services

Physical Requirements:

• Work consistently requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to lift and support weight of 35 pounds.
• Ability to concentrate on details.
• Use of computer for long periods of time.