Nuclear Med Tech Days Part-Time NMTCB

Brookwood Baptist Health; Homewood (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Beveridge Baptist Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) in Homewood, Alabama. The NMT will engage in vital patient care activities, including administering doses for diagnostic purposes. Essential tasks include executing nuclear medicine procedures, ensuring patient safety, and adhering to strict quality control standards.

Qualified candidates should hold a degree from an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program and have relevant certifications. The position offers part-time day shifts with opportunities for professional development in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Certification as Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or (ARRT) (N).
• Current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine and PET scanning.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform quality control.
• Assist in patient care and ensure safety during procedures.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine equipment knowledge

Radiation safety knowledge

Patient care

BLS certification

Education

Graduation from an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology

Job description

Position Summary

NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST (NMT) 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.

SHIFT: Part‑time Days

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• 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 Baptist 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, processing and documentation as required by procedure.
• Performs quality control on all Nuclear Medicine instrumentation as outlined by written procedure or manufacturer 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 dual certified, 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 Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.

Other Related Functions

• 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

Education/Training Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Licensure/Certification 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)
• Maintains current certification as an (ARRT) (N) American Registry of Radiology Technologists in Nuclear Medicine

Must meet ALL of the following:

• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience None. Must have knowledge of Nuclear Medicine equipment, procedures, and radiation safety.