Nuclear Medicine PET CT Technologist

Luminis Health; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 52,817 - 79,225; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Luminis Health in Bowie, Maryland, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging procedures and maintain quality standards. The ideal candidate will have completed a formal Nuclear Medicine Technology program and hold relevant certifications, including ARRT or NMTCB.

Benefits include health insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, and tuition assistance. This role demands strong adherence to safety protocols and the ability to instruct patients effectively.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a formal program in Nuclear Medicine Technology from an AMA approved institution.
• ARRT or NMTCB certification required.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine Nuclear Medicine imaging and in vitro exams.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain quality in PET/CT imaging within established time frames.

Skills

Competency in PET/CT procedures

Radiation safety practices

Instructing patients

Education

Formal program in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Job description

Position Objective

Performs routine Nuclear Medicine imaging procedures and in vitro exams in accordance with established professional and departmental standards.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Adheres to radiation safety and MR safety policies and procedures and follows radiation badge process.
• Demonstrates competency in performing routine PET/CT and nuclear medicine procedures consistent with established departmental quality standards, including image acquisition, processing, networking of data with other workstations, and PACs data archival.
• Maintains quality of work in the PET/CT and nuclear medicine area within established time frame and consistent with productivity standards of the department.
• Performs calibration and daily quality control tests of the PET/CT and nuclear medicine scanner and all equipment related to the PET/CT and nuclear medicine operations.
• Assists the supervisor and hospital finance department in all aspects of insurance verification and demonstrates commitment to keeping informed of Medicare coverage issues, assuring compliance with established billing procedures.
• Instructs patients and nursing units in a timely manner to assure adherence to all appropriate dietary preparations prior to PET/CT and nuclear medicine procedures.
• Orders, calibrates, and prepares all PET/CT and nuclear medicine radiopharmaceuticals in compliance with State license directives, 100% compliance with dosage administration schedule as regulated by the Nuclear Medicine physician, and state, federal and OSHA regulations regarding radioisotope administration.
• Performs intravenous injections and IV administrations of PET/CT and nuclear medicine isotopes in accordance with established standards, demonstrating solid radiation safety practices to assure least radiation exposure to self and others.
• Documents PET/CT and nuclear medicine hot lab procedures and maintains record keeping system in compliance with departmental policies, state license and all federal regulations.
• Assists supervisor and medical center marketing department with growth and development of the PET/CT and nuclear medicine modality, demonstrates cooperative teamwork attitude with radiation oncology, instructs new technologists in policy and procedure to complete modality orientation within the designated time frame.

Educational / Experience Requirements

• Successful completion of a formal program in Nuclear Medicine Technology in an AMA approved educational institution.

Required Licenses / Certifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
• American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR certification.
• Either X-ray certification with a CT background OR successful completion of in-house CT training program for Nuclear Medicine Technologists with a Letter from the Board of Physicians giving approval to operate a CT/Nuclear Medicine Device.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens.

Physical Demands – Heavy

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Pay Range

U.S.$ 38.34 – $57.51 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full‑time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Benefit offerings based on employment status