Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist

ohiohealth; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to operate imaging devices, dose calibrator and related equipment in the Nuclear Medicine department.

Responsibilities include scintigraphic scanning, image manipulation, quality control and collaboration with physicians. Requires CNMT/NMTCB/ARRT certification and BLS, with a 24-hour weekly schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or NMTCB/ARRT certification.
• Active BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Operates imaging devices, computers, ECG units, laboratory equipment, dose calibrator and radiation survey instruments.
• Performs scintigraphic scanning as prescribed by physician.
• Performs image manipulation and quantitative studies; archives patient studies on computer and quality control studies.
• Receives, stores, and prepares radioactive and non-radioactive materials for patient doses with proper safety.
• Performs quality control and maintenance procedures for scanning; ensures equipment is functioning properly for quality examinations.
• Consults with physicians; shows images and data to radiologist and cardiologist for interpretation.
• Delivers radiopharmaceuticals under physician direction and communicates with patients.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to patient needs, provides education, assessment, monitoring and care.

Skills

Scintigraphy

Image processing

Quality control

Patient care

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

ARRT

CNMT

NMTCB

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

This position operates imaging devices, computers, ECG units, laboratory equipment, dose calibrator and radiation survey instruments.

Responsibilities And Duties

• 55% Performs scintigraphic scanning as prescribed by physician.
• 25% Performs image manipulation and quantitative studies. Archives patient studies on computer and quality control studies.
• 5% Receives, stores, and prepares radioactive and non-radioactive materials in preparation of patient doses. Assures availability of proper doses for patients.
• 5% Performs quality control and maintenance procedures for scanning; maintains quality control and wipe survey statistics. Assures all equipment is performing properly to obtain quality examinations.
• 5% Consults with physicians; shows images and/or computer patient studies to radiologist and/or cardiologist. Provides physicians with quality data for interpretation.
• 3% Administers diagnostic or therapeutic radiopharmaceutical/ pharmaceuticals limited to those within the scope of practice, through various routes to patient, under the direction of a physician.
• 2% Demonstrates sensitivity to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication. Provides appropriate patient education, patient assessment, patient monitoring and overall patient care. Assists physician with intricate imaging procedures as needed.

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (Required)ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Additional Job Description

• Graduate of approved training program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Registered with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ODH Radiologic License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• BLS Certification.
• Familiarity with all aspects of a fully-equipped Nuclear Medicine department. Extensive knowledge of handling, administering radioactive materials and knowledge of nuclear instrumentation and its use. Experienced Technologist with the skills necessary to work in full service Nuclear Medicine department.

Work Shift

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Department

Nuclear Medicine

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment