Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) – PRN

CHS Career Site; Key West (FL); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k) with matching

Zusammenfassung

CHS Career Site in Key West, FL is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist I to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under physician supervision. You will prepare radiopharmaceuticals, operate imaging equipment, ensure radiation safety, and maintain records in compliance with regulations.

The role requires collaboration with radiologists and other healthcare professionals, attention to detail, and strong patient communication.

Qualifikationen

• 0–2 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical or hospital setting.
• 2–4 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as required by the state.
• (N) ARDMS or ARRT - Nuclear Med Tech required or NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Tech required.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.

Aufgaben

• Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies, following established protocols and physician orders to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously or orally, adhering to safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and facility policies.
• Assesses patient condition before procedures, verifying proper identification, screening for contraindications, and ensuring the appropriateness of the exam.
• Operates and calibrates nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and PET scanners, ensuring optimal image acquisition and quality control.
• Performs routine quality control (QC) checks on imaging equipment and maintains accurate documentation for NRC or state regulatory compliance.
• Ensures proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials, following all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disease abnormalities and physiological processes, recognizing when additional imaging views or modifications are needed to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
• Responds to and reports isotope spills, ensuring compliance with radiation safety officer (RSO) protocols and regulatory reporting guidelines.
• Provides clear instructions to patients and family members, explaining the procedure, potential side effects, and post-procedure care as needed.
• Documents all procedures, radiopharmaceutical usage, and patient interactions in the EMR, ensuring accuracy and compliance with facility policies.
• Collaborates with department leadership, Radiologists, and vendors to update protocols on the NucMed scanners.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Kenntnisse

Nuclear medicine imaging

Radiopharmaceutical preparation

Radiation safety

Record keeping

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Ausbildung

Associate Degree

Tools

Gamma cameras

PET scanners

Jobbeschreibung

Key West, FL, United States

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Job Description

Position Type: PRN

• 401(k) with matching

"This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer."

Job Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I is responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under the supervision of a physician. This role includes preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, operating imaging equipment, ensuring radiation safety, and maintaining accurate records in compliance with regulatory standards. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I collaborates with Radiologists, Cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic imaging and high-quality patient care.

Essential Functions

• Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies, following established protocols and physician orders to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously or orally, adhering to safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and facility policies.
• Assesses patient condition before procedures, verifying proper identification, screening for contraindications, and ensuring the appropriateness of the exam.
• Operates and calibrates nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and PET scanners, ensuring optimal image acquisition and quality control.
• Performs routine quality control (QC) checks on imaging equipment and maintains accurate documentation for Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or state regulatory compliance.
• Ensures proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials, following all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disease abnormalities and physiological processes, recognizing when additional imaging views or modifications are needed to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
• Responds to and reports isotope spills, ensuring compliance with radiation safety officer (RSO) protocols and regulatory reporting guidelines.
• Provides clear instructions to patients and family members, explaining the procedure, potential side effects, and post-procedure care as needed.
• Documents all procedures, radiopharmaceutical usage, and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR), ensuring accuracy and compliance with facility policies.
• Collaborates with department leadership, Radiologists, and vendors to update protocols on the NucMed scanners.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical or hospital setting required
• 2-4 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in nuclear medicine imaging techniques, radiopharmaceutical preparation, and radiation safety procedures.
• Strong knowledge of NRC, state, and federal regulations for nuclear medicine and radiation protection.
• Ability to recognize abnormal scan results and identify technical errors to improve imaging accuracy.
• Effective communication and patient care skills, ensuring comfort and understanding throughout procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, particularly in equipment calibration and image optimization.
• Attention to detail in record-keeping, documentation, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with radiologists, cardiologists, and other healthcare providers.

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as required by the state
• (N) ARDMS or ARRT - Nuclear Med Tech required or
• NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Tech required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

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Job Info

• Job Identification 155835
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 06/16/2026, 09:11 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 5900 College Rd, Key West, FL, 33040, US