Jeff Temp - Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, where you will conduct various imaging procedures and ensure patient safety and care. This temporary position is essential to the team's operations at Jefferson Health, a highly-ranked healthcare system in Pennsylvania.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Educational benefits

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety protocols and procedures.
• Experience with imaging equipment and patient communication.

Responsibilities

• Conducts nuclear medicine procedures under radiologist's direction.
• Administers radioactive agents and performs diagnostic imaging.
• Maintains equipment and adheres to safety guidelines.

Skills

Radiation safety

Patient care

Quality control

Education

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist

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Job Details

JeffTemps, Jefferson's in-house temporary service, is seeking qualified Nuclear Medicine Technologists to fill a variety of temporary positions. Under the direction of a radiologist, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist conducts nuclear medicine procedures using imaging equipment and radioactive materials to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Responsible for radiation safety and quality control procedures, and delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.

Job Details

JeffTemps, Jefferson's in-house temporary service, is seeking qualified Nuclear Medicine Technologists to fill a variety of temporary positions. Under the direction of a radiologist, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist conducts nuclear medicine procedures using imaging equipment and radioactive materials to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Responsible for radiation safety and quality control procedures, and delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Performs diagnostic imaging examinations and dynamic tests, such as radionuclide angiocardiography and coronary artery imaging studies.
• Prepares and administers radioactive agents by adhering to established procedures kit preparation as well as IV injection of agents to ensure accurate diagnostic testing/imaging.
• Sets up equipment and appropriately positions patient to ensure adherence to protocol, cooperation and optimal results.
• Maintains daily log of radionuclide doses administered to patients, as well as record of tests performed, diagnosis and any other pertinent information. Maintains all records required by State and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations.
• Calibrates and checks all applicable equipment; maintains equipment by performing scheduled cleaning/tests and documents results; contacts service personnel and notifies supervision of malfunctioning equipment.
• Implements radiation safety guidelines and conducts proper radiation protection during the imaging process.
• Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control.
• Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job position
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

2607 Rhawn Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.

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Employment type

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Job function

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  Health Care Provider

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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