Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Penn Highlands Healthcare; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their team. In this vital role, you will assist in the administration and detection of radioactive materials for diagnosis and therapy, ensuring patient safety and care. Your expertise will be crucial in operating nuclear cameras and preparing results for radiologists. With a commitment to professional development and support from experienced peers, this position offers a competitive compensation package and numerous benefits aimed at enhancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Opportunities

Professional Development

Supportive and Experienced Peers

Shift Differentials

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nuclear medicine technology program.
• Certification in nuclear medicine from AART or NMTCB.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration and detection of radioactive materials.
• Prepare and administer radio-pharmaceuticals, position patients for imaging.

Skills

Radiation Safety

Patient Care

Radio-pharmaceutical Administration

Education

Nuclear Medicine Technology Program

Certification from AART or NMTCB

Tools

Nuclear Camera

Job description

Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

Summary

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for assisting with the administration and detection of radioactive materials in diagnosis and therapy. The technologist verifies patients' records, prepares and administers radio-pharmaceuticals in prescribed dosages, positions the patient for imaging procedures, and operates the nuclear camera and equipment. The technologist prepares the results and presents them to the radiologist. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is knowledgeable about radiation safety, maintains inventory of radio-pharmaceuticals, and is responsible for their safe storage, use, and disposal of radioactive waste.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nuclear medicine technology program.
• Certification in nuclear medicine from the AART (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or the NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board).

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Shift Differentials
• Tuition Reimbursement/Loan Forgiveness
• Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)