Nuclear Medicine Tech: Advanced Imaging & Patient Care

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Olive Branch, MS is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging. The role involves data processing and coordinating with physicians to provide high-quality images for interpretation.

The position requires a technical degree in Nuclear Medical Technology and basic life support certification, with weekend call responsibilities as part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Technical Degree or Diploma in Nuclear Medical Technology.
• No prior work experience required or preferred.
• Ability to work with radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals to detect or treat diseases using equipment.
• Documents care in the patient’s medical record in accordance with policy.
• Performs preventive maintenance and quality control on equipment.
• Ensures compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.

Skills

Nuclear medicine knowledge

Radioactive materials handling

Communication of radiology concepts

Independent judgment

Education

Technical Degree or Diploma Nuclear Medical Technology

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Full Time | Nuclear Medicine Technologist | Olive Branch, MS
Monday-Friday 7:00a-3:30pm
Rotating Weekend Call, Saturday 7a-12p (1-2 Saturday's/Each Month)

Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications to perform patient imaging procedures using sophisticated instrumentation. Processes data and enhances digital images using advanced computer technology. Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview
Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications to perform patient imaging procedures using sophisticated instrumentation. Processes data and enhances digital images using advanced computer technology. Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals to detect or treat diseases using a variety of equipment.
• Documents care delivered in the patient’s medical record in accordance with policy and procedure for the department. Maintains records as required by regulatory agencies/boards.
• Performs preventative and routine maintenance and quality control procedures on equipment.
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Effectively manages resources such as supplies and equipment. Plans work and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.
• Ensures compliance with proper safety procedures and regulations governing the practice of nuclear medicine.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Nuclear Medical Technology

Work Experience Requirements

• Preferred - No prior work experience

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Required - Medical Radiation Technologist - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health
• Required - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
• Preferred - Registered Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of current theories and principles in field of nuclear medicine.
• Demonstrated knowledge of proper handling and administration of radioactive materials.
• Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials, such as instructional materials, clinical protocols, and equipment manuals.
• Ability to perform computerized processing of data and navigate in a windows environment.
• Ability to communicate radiologic and nuclear medicine technology concepts and procedures to students, patients and their families.
• Ability to communicate verbally with all levels of associates and management, students, patients and their families.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and maintain control of own work flow.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.