Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist — Imaging & Patient Care

Berger Health System; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to operate imaging devices, ECG units, and related equipment in a fully equipped Nuclear Medicine department. The role involves performing scintigraphic scans, image processing, and quality control to ensure high-quality patient studies.

The position requires an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program, CNMT or ARRT certification, BLS, and an active NMTCB/NMTCB credential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved training program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Registered with NMTCB as CNMT or with ARRT in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ODH Radiologic License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• 55% Performs scintigraphic scanning as prescribed by physician.
• 25% Performs image manipulation and quantitative studies.
• Archives patient studies on computer and quality control studies.
• 5% Receives, stores, and prepares radioactive and non-radioactive materials in preparation of patient doses.
• Assures availability of proper doses for patients.
• 5% Performs quality control and maintenance procedures for scanning; maintains quality control and wipe survey statistics.
• Assures all equipment is performing properly to obtain quality examinations.
• 5% Consults with physicians; shows images and/or computer patient studies to radiologist and/or cardiologist.
• Provides physicians with quality data for interpretation.
• 3% Administers diagnostic or therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals under physician direction.
• 2% Demonstrates sensitivity to the physical and emotional needs of the patient.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine Knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree

ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

BLS - Basic Life Support

CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist

NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Job description

OhioHealth is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to operate imaging devices, ECG units, and related equipment in a fully equipped Nuclear Medicine department. The role involves performing scintigraphic scans, image processing, and quality control to ensure high-quality patient studies.

The position requires an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program, CNMT or ARRT certification, BLS, and an active NMTCB/NMTCB credential.