Nuclear Med Technologist- Clinic- Flex/PRN

Carilion Clinic; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical,Dental,Vision benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Onsite fitness facilities

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Christiansburg, VA seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for Clinic-Flex/PRN assignments. You will perform procedures using ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis across all ages and support patient preparation and safety.

Requires NMTCB or ARRT certification, BLS-HCP, and CAHEA-aligned radiologic training; prior Nuclear Medicine experience preferred. Excellent communication and collaboration with the care team is essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; CAHEA Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine program preferred.
• Experience in Nuclear Medicine is preferred.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology by NMTCB or ARRT; BLS-HCP required.
• Must apply knowledge of growth and development; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized equipment to obtain images and test results.
• Administer diagnostic/therapeutic doses under supervision (IV, inhalation, ingestion).
• Prepare patients and explain procedures; correlate history with tests.
• Assist with scheduling, registration, image management and processing.
• Maintain professional ethics, safety and patient care standards.
• Interact with staff, patients, physicians and families as needed.
• Develop and manage care plans with the healthcare team.
• Provide information to tailor care for age-specific needs.
• Participate in training of students and staff; pursue education opportunities.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CAHEA Radiologic Technology program

CAHEA Nuclear Medicine Technology program

Job description

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Employment Status Variable / Flex

Shift Day (United States of America)

Facility 203 Roanoke St - Christiansburg

Requisition Number R124453 Nuclear Med Technologist- Clinic- Flex/PRN (Open)

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis of patients of all ages.

• Operates highly specialized, technical equipment to obtain images and test results.
• Administers diagnostic and therapeutic doses to patients under the direction of an authorized user by IV, inhalation and ingestion.
• Prepares patients for examinations and explains procedures, correlating patient history with test to be performed.
• May assist with scheduling, registration, image management and computer processing for patients.
• Evaluates, prepares and observes patients with professional ethics, care, courtesy, patience and safety.
• Interacts with other staff, patients, physicians, families, family members/visitors, management, ancillary departments and general public.
• Interacts with patients, families and all members of the healthcare team to develop, coordinate and manage the plan of care.
• Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirement relative to age and/or specific needs and provides care per applicable policy and procedures.
• Participates in the training of students and staff as assigned.
• Enhances personal and professional growth through participating in educational opportunities.

What We Require

Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate of a CAHEA School of Radiologic Technology and/or CAHEA School of Nuclear Medicine Technology or equivalent.

Experience: Experience in Nuclear Medicine preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology by NMTCB or ARRT. AHA BLS-HCP certification required.

Other minimum qualifications: Must apply knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for all patients served. Must have knowledge of radiopharmacy. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Maintains Nuclear Medicine certification. Obtains required CEUs per certification board.

This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Compensation Range

$36.87 - $55.31

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Benefits, Pay And Well-being At Carilion Clinic

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training