Nuclear Med Technologist

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 sign on bonus

up to $5,000 relocation bonus

Job summary

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist to assist in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. This role involves operating necessary equipment, preparing patients, and administering medications to achieve diagnostic images. The ideal candidate will have graduate credentials from a recognized program and BLS certification, with experience preferred.

The position ensures quality care across all age groups, critical thinking being essential in daily operations. Join a supportive team in a premier Level 1 trauma center, located in Charleston, South Carolina.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of Nuclear Medicine/PET experience required; 1 year preferred.
• Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging.
• Provide quality care to pediatric through adult patients.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine procedures

Patient care

Critical thinking

Education

Graduate of an ARRT or NMTCB recognized Nuclear Medicine Program

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)

Registered Technologist (RT(N))

Job description

Job Summary

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS AND UP TO $5,000 RELOCATION BONUS. COME JOIN OUR FANTASTIC TEAM AT OUR DOWNTOWN LOCATION! WE ARE THE ONLY LEVEL 1 TRAUMA CENTER IN THE LOWCOUNTRY.

Job Description

The Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the nuclear medicine equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans. Administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications to obtain diagnostic images and/or provides therapy as ordered by physician. Performs quality care to pediatric through adult patients using professional and ethical judgment along with critical thinking in performing duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures by preparing patients and operating nuclear medicine equipment.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and medications for diagnostic imaging and therapy.
• Provide quality care to pediatric through adult patients using professional judgment and critical thinking.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT or NMTCB recognized Nuclear Medicine Program.
• 0-2 years of Nuclear Medicine/PET experience required; 1 year preferred.
• Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association required.
• Must be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) from NMTCB or Registered Technologist (RT(N)) from ARRT; registration eligible with a B.S. or B.A. preferred.
• If registration eligible, must obtain certification within 12 months.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required (AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or equivalent; American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider).

Employment Details

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Cost Center: CC000544 CHS - Nuclear Medicine (Main)

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Grade: Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: [not specified]

Equal Opportunity

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees.