Nuclear Medicine Tech

Berger Health System; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to operate imaging devices and manage dose preparation in a fully equipped Nuclear Medicine department. You will perform scintigraphy, manipulate images, and ensure quality control while collaborating with radiologists and physicians.

Requirements include an associate's degree, ARRT certification, CNMT/NMTCB credentials, BLS, and licensure for radiologic technology.

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved training program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Registered with NMTCB or ARRT in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ODH Radiologic License as Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• BLS Certification.
• Extensive knowledge of handling radioactive materials and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Operates imaging devices, computers, ECG units, and radiopharmacy equipment.
• Performs scintigraphic scanning and image manipulation as prescribed.
• Maintains quality control procedures and archives studies.
• Prepares and handles radioactive and non-radioactive materials for doses.
• Consults with physicians and provides data for interpretation.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals under physician direction.
• Communicates with patients to educate and monitor care.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Imaging Procedures

Quality Control

Patient Care

Education

Associate's Degree (Required)

ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist - NMTCB

NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Job description

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.

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

Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Department Nuclear Medicine

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