Advanced Nuclear Medicine Technologist: Complex Imaging

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Nashville (TN); In loco; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Tennessee Valley Healthcare System in Nashville is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join the Medical Imaging Service.

This Advanced Nuclear Medicine Technologist role requires independent work, proficiency in complex imaging procedures, and radiopharmaceutical administration in a comprehensive NM program. Responsibilities include operating gamma cameras, performing quality control, developing protocols, and providing clear documentation.

Competenze

• Certification in nuclear medicine technology required (NMTCB or ARRT(N)).
• Adequate clinical training in radiation safety, instrumentation, and radiopharmacy.
• Ability to perform and assess high quality scans with independent judgement.

Mansioni

• Operate imaging equipment to obtain diagnostic exams with minimal radiation.
• Perform a variety of physiologic studies using radiopharmaceuticals.
• Maintain knowledge of complex NM equipment and protocols.
• Document patient history and coordinate with radiologists and clinicians.
• Provide clinical instruction and supervision to students.

Conoscenze

Independent work

Clinical protocol development

Radiopharmaceutical administration

Formazione

NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification

Strumenti

Gamma cameras

SPECT/CT

Descrizione del lavoro

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Tennessee Valley Healthcare System in Nashville is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join the Medical Imaging Service.

This Advanced Nuclear Medicine Technologist role requires independent work, proficiency in complex imaging procedures, and radiopharmaceutical administration in a comprehensive NM program. Responsibilities include operating gamma cameras, performing quality control, developing protocols, and providing clear documentation.