Nuclear Medicine Tech-Reg

FirstHealth of the Carolinas

Rockingham (NC)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Educational assistance programs

Employee discounts via PerkSpot

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Job summary

FirstHealth of the Carolinas seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to enhance clinical skills in a dynamic environment. In this full-time position with no weekends or holidays, you'll conduct various Nuclear Medicine studies and ensure patient comfort and safety. Join a respected health care system committed to exceptional patient care and employee growth.

Qualifications

Registered in Nuclear Medicine through NMTCB or ARRT.
Training in Nuclear Medicine studies like Stress Tests, Bone Scans.
Proficient in operating NM equipment and patient interaction.

Responsibilities

Administer radiopharmaceuticals and conduct imaging procedures.
Prepare and calibrate equipment, ensuring compliance with standards.
Monitor quality control under NRC guidelines.

Skills

Patient care skills

Technical skills

Communication

Customer service

Education

Nuclear Medicine registration (NMTCB/ARRT)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Tools

Nuclear Medicine equipment

Electronic Medical Record System (EPIC)

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Position Summary

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.

Employee Benefits

At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive. Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our 7 FirstHealth Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through FirstU to pursue academic or professional development goals. You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security. These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first. Join FirstHealth of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

We are looking for a dynamic Nuclear Medicine Tech to join our new Nuclear Medicine department at FirstHealth of the Carolinas- Richmond campus. This Full Time, Day Shift position. NO WEEKENDS, NIGHTS or HOLIDAYS.

If you are eager to enhance your clinical skills with a variety of Nuclear Medicine studies and work with a varied patient population, this may be the position for you.

Responsibilities

Must be Nuclear Medicine registered either through NMTCB or ARRT
BCLS required
Has training in NM studies such as Nuclear Stress Test, Bone Scans, HIDA Scans, Lung scans, Thyroid Scans, Liver Scans, and Brain Scans
Prepares facilities in accordance with procedural requirements; calibrates equipment as required by the institution.
Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed, using computer and following physician’s prescription.
Preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals orally or by injection or inhalation.
Starts patient IV's.
Explaining the imaging procedure to patients, answering questions, and ensuring their comfort while placing them in the appropriate position for scanning.
Accomplish computer processing and imaging enhancement.
Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation.
Monitoring the departments daily, monthly, and quarterly QC under the guidelines of the NRC.
Thrives in an environment where exceptional customer service, communication, and teamwork are top priorities
A supportive management team
A comprehensive Electronic Medical Record System (EPIC)

Qualifications

Education and Certification:

Must be registered in Nuclear Medicine through NMTCB or ARRT.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

Experience:

Training and experience in conducting various NM studies, including Nuclear Stress Tests, Bone Scans, HIDA Scans, Lung Scans, Thyroid Scans, Liver Scans, and Brain Scans.

Skills:

Strong technical skills in preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals and operating NM equipment.
Excellent patient care skills, including the ability to explain procedures and ensure patient comfort.
Proficiency in computer processing and imaging enhancement.
Ability to monitor and maintain quality control standards.
Exceptional customer service, communication, and teamwork skills.

Seniority level