Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Inova Health System; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Arlington is seeking a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their team. This full-time position offers a day shift schedule, with responsibilities including patient interaction, assisting physicians, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. The organization is recognized for its commitment to quality care and employee satisfaction, providing a supportive environment with a focus on wellness and professional development. With a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a leading healthcare setting.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement matching

Tuition and student loan assistance

Mental health support

State-of-the-art medical facilities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program required.
• Must obtain NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patients and ensure cooperation.
• Assist physicians using standard protocols and sterile techniques.
• Identify and resolve clinical problems during exams.

Skills

Patient Communication

Radiopharmaceutical Injection Techniques

Clinical Problem Recognition

Radiation Protection Procedures

Education

Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program

Job description

Inova Physician Services - Cardiology - Arlington is looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join the team. This role will be Full-Time Day Shift from Monday - Friday. This position is split between 2 nearby locations. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance eligible.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience.We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.


• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.


• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offeringup to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.


• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.


• State-of-the-Art Medical and Training Facilities

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Job Responsibilities:

• Explains procedures to patients and families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and ensure patient cooperation.


• Assists the physician in performing a variety of examinations by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions, and/or sterile techniques. Demonstrates proper technique for injection of radiopharmaceuticals under the American College of Radiology guidelines.


• Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams while taking appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome.


• Correctly identifies patients and their files by utilizing electronic medical records and picture archiving/communication systems while ensuring a high degree of accuracy.


• Demonstrates the effective use of radiation protection procedures with shielding, collimation devices, and protective shielding per supervisor observation. Maintains exposure reading within the ALARA limits.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Additional Requirements:

• Work schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm


• Education: Graduate of an accredited school/program of Nuclear Medicine Technology.


• Licensure: Nuclear Medical Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT (N) certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist within one year of hire date.


• Certification: Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association


• Experience: Experience in a hospital/healthcare environment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Student.