Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals while ensuring the safety and comfort of patients. The role requires performing diagnostic imaging procedures, communicating effectively with patients, and complying with safety regulations. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology, have at least 1-2 years of relevant experience, and possess necessary certifications. This position offers an opportunity to enrich patient experience with compassion and respect.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• Certification in BLS and relevant certification.
• Licensing from the Saudi Council is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Perform patient imaging procedures and provide data for physician analysis.
• Communicate effectively with patients and the imaging team.
• Comply with safety policies, including radiation safety.

Skills

Paramedic operations technical capabilities

Skills in patient servicing

Healthcare knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Job description

Job Purpose / Objective

Under the supervision of Nuclear Medicine Consultant/ Specialist review patient history, prepare and administering radioactive substances, operate equipment to detect radioactivity and ensure safety of patients, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Prepare and administer proper dose of radiopharmaceuticals for patients, by injection or inhalation in consultation with Physician.
• Determine and prepare the equipment and supplies required for an examination or procedure.
• Maintain patient's confidence by obtaining pertinent history, describing the procedure and answering any questions.
• Perform patient imaging procedures using sophisticated radiation-detecting instrumentation.
• Accomplish computer processing and image enhancement and analyze biologic specimens.
• Provide highly quality images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation in the desired site format.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic imaging examinations of appropriate in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols.
• Maintain patient care, comfort, safety and confidentiality during and or after the exam.
• Communicate effectively with patients and imaging team and maintains a clean working environment.
• Perform equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Call for service and notifies all pertinent team members. Maintains a service record and coordinates servicing/QA around imaging a patient
• Comply with all safety policies and regulations including radiation safety.
• Decontaminate in case of any spill/contaminated patient under the supervision of physician and maintain record of all spillage procedures conducted.
• Monitor the patient's physical condition during the course of the procedure and note any specific patient comments which might indicate the need for additional images or might be useful to the physician in interpreting the results of the procedure.
• Participates in, and lead person-centered care initiatives undertaken by HMG.
• Enriches patient experience with compassion, respect and dignity.
• Perform any other task and duties appropriate to his/ her realm of knowledge, skills and experience as required.

Education / Professional Qualification

• Education : Bachelor’s Degree
• Professional : Nuclear Medicine Technology

Experience

• At least ( 1 - 2 ) years of relevant experience.

Professional Licensing / Certification / Training

• Certification : BLS and relevant certification
• Licensing : Valid Saudi Council

Skills

• Paramedic operations technical capabilities & skills patient servicing healthcare knowledge