NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST

Northern Health - BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health in Canada is seeking a registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join the Diagnostic Imaging department, performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures and ensuring patient safety.

You will prepare patients, operate equipment, dispense radiopharmaceuticals, conduct quality control, monitor areas with detectors, and dispose of radioactive substances following established guidelines.

Qualifications

• Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist in good standing.
• Experience performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures.
• Able to prepare patients and administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• Familiar with quality control tests on imaging equipment.
• Knowledge of radiation safety and disposing of radioactive substances per guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and operate nuclear medicine equipment.
• Monitor patients and administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• Perform quality control tests and ensure radiation safety.
• Dispose of radioactive substances and contaminated items per guidelines.

Skills

Nuclear medicine procedures

Patient preparation and care

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Quality control testing

Radiation safety

Education

Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist credential

Job description

Are you a registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Diagnostic Imaging department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, this position performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures in accordance with departmental policies. Duties include preparing patients for examination, operating nuclear medicine equipment, monitoring patient during procedures, preparing, dispensing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, performing routine quality control tests on imaging equipment, monitoring area utilizing appropriate detection devices and disposing of radioactive substances and contaminated items by following established guidelines.