Nuclear Med Tech

Orlando Health, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health Imaging Center Spring Lake in Orlando, FL, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures, PET imaging, and radiopharmacy tasks, ensuring patient safety and high-quality studies.

Ideal candidates are graduates of an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program with CNMT or ARRT(N) certification, Florida license, and BLS, aligned with ALARA and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Must maintain current Florida State License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Must maintain current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
• CNMT by NMTCB OR ARRT(N) certification must be held (or dual-certified) by the candidate.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic nuclear medicine, therapeutic nuclear medicine, PET scanning, and radiopharmacy functions.
• Delivers patient care and maintains professional demeanor.
• Performs quality control on Nuclear Medicine instrumentation.
• Maintains records as required by Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
• Ensures safety and compliance with applicable regulations.

Education

Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology

Job description

Position Summary

Job Title: Nuclear Med Tech

Department: Orlando Health Imaging Center Spring Lake

Location:7243 Della Dr 1st floor, Orlando, Fl 32819

Shift: Full-time, day shift

Summary

Nuclear medicine technologists are direct patient caregivers. They perform dose preparation and administration functions for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purpose; perform patient procedures, process, and enhance images, and prepare images for interpreting physician to view.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic nuclear medicine, therapeutic nuclear medicine, PET scanning, cardiac stress lab functions, and radiopharmacy functions as required. If a Nuclear Medicine Technologist is dual certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), may also perform diagnostic CT imaging as required by guidelines or physician order.
• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Performs all nuclear medicine dynamic, static and functional procedures required by specific studies.
• Performs SPECT and SPECT CT imaging as required by guidelines or physician order.
• Performs PET imaging on a rotational basis as outlined in written procedures or directed by interpreting physician, as required.
• Performs all computer acquisition, and processing and documentation as required by procedure.
• Performs quality control on all Nuclear Medicine instrumentation as outlined by written procedure or manufactures guidelines.
• Orders and administers radiopharmaceuticals including positron emitters as required.
• Maintains records as outlined by the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
• Performs all safety checks as outlined by the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
• Performs venipuncture and evaluates IV access for the purpose of radiopharmaceutical and medication administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. If a Nuclear Medicine Technologist is dual certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), may also administer contrast as required by guidelines or physician order.
• Prepares radiopharmaceutical doses and calculates exact patient dosages as required by law and maintains records of such.
• Assists in the administration of therapeutic radioactive materials with an authorized user.
• Participates in the corporate ALARA Radiation Safety Program.
• Ensures safety of all customers.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
• Participates in Process Improvement activities.
• May be required to work at any facility.
• Provides safe patient transport.
• Handles, disposes, and decontaminates radioactive materials, while maintaining records of such under the regulations of the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control. Maintains a working knowledge of all procedural changes and equipment updates.
• Demonstrates professional judgment and decision-making skills as required; solicits supervisory input as appropriate.
• Responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the patient studies.
• Responsible for patient and family education of the studies being performed.
• Participates in ensuring compliance with applicable regulations including but not limited to OSHA, The Joint Commission, FDA, NRC, EPA, and the Florida Department of Health.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• None. Must have knowledge of Nuclear Medicine equipment, procedures, and radiation safety.
• Must meet ONE of the following in totality: * Maintains current certification as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) –OR * Maintains current certification as an (ARRT) (N) American Registry of Radiology Technologists in Nuclear Medicine Must meet ALL of the following: * Maintains current Florida State License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist * Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.