Nuclear Med Tech - Per Diem

Tower Health; Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare system is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to integrate scientific knowledge with patient care. Responsibilities include administering radiopharmaceuticals and ensuring quality care for patients of all ages. Eligible candidates must hold a post-high school diploma, BLS certification, and either CNMT or ARRT(N) certification. Join a renowned team that offers comprehensive medical services within a supportive environment in Chester County, PA.

Qualifications

• Must complete and maintain all competencies and trainings as required for the role.
• BLS Certification required.
• CNMT or ARRT(N) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Integrate scientific knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications to obtain diagnostic images.
• Ensure delivery of quality care to pediatric through adult patients.

Skills

Human anatomy and physiology

Chemistry

Nuclear physics

Mathematics

Pharmacology

Effective patient interaction

Education

Post High School Diploma Program

Job description

Job Summary

• The Nuclear Medicine Technologist integrates scientific knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and useful diagnostic information.
• Demonstrates understanding of human anatomy and physiology, chemistry, nuclear physics, mathematics and pharmacology.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications to obtain diagnostic images and/or provides therapy as ordered by physician.
• Ensures the delivery of quality care to pediatric through adult patients using professional and ethical judgment along with critical thinking in performing duties.
• To maintain CNMTB/ARRT certification, Nuclear Medicine Technologists must complete appropriate continuing education requirements to sustain a level of expertise and awareness of changes and advances in practice.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• Post High School Diploma Program

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification
• CNMT or ARRT(N)

Located in Phoenixville, PA, and a member of Tower Health, Phoenixville Hospital is a 144-bed facility that provides comprehensive medical services through emergency room visits, inpatient admissions, outpatient procedures and community outreach programs.

Phoenixville Hospital’s services include:

• an award-winning cardiovascular program
• a fully accredited cancer center
• NAPBC-accredited breast health center
• an acute inpatient rehabilitation center
• a large robotic surgery center
• Designated as LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performed in the Human Right Campaign Foundation's 2022 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI)

Phoenixville Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and has been recognized for its quality outcomes and clinical expertise across services lines that include:

• Joint replacement surgery
• Advanced heart failure care
• Designated as a Primary Stroke Center

Click here to see all the awards, accreditations and associations who endorse Phoenixville Hospital as a quality healthcare provider. We are proud to offer the level of service they represent.

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Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.