Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Emory Healthcare; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Georgia as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. You will provide quality care during diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Collaborate with a dedicated team to improve healthcare outcomes across the state. Emory Healthcare is committed to professional growth and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
• Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.
• Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduated from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology

Job description

Overview

Where you matter as much as the work you do

Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations to make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible.

Shift: Varied Shifts

Location: Emory Decatur Hospital

• Provides quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
• Communicates patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.
• Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care. Responsible for proper operation of imaging and specialty equipment, and stays updated on uses of medical devices.
• Takes precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to radiation. Assumes responsibility and provides direct care for all procedures performed in this area.
• Ensures patients are prepared for procedures. Provides quality care during procedures.
• Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation. Assists with patient and family education.
• Keeps patients and families informed about patient’s progress. Provides direct quality care for patients receiving Nuclear Medicine and PET exams. Responsible for radiologic care and assists with clinical care of patients.
• Performs efficiently in emergency situations. Sets up imaging rooms, including equipment and supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduated from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology. Registered in Nuclear Medicine with the ARRT or NMTCB.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association is required.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is Georgia’s most comprehensive academic health system and the only one in Georgia with a Magnet-designated ambulatory practice. We comprise 11 hospitals—4 Magnet-designated—The Emory Clinic, and over 425 provider locations. Since 2011, the Emory Healthcare Network has been Georgia’s largest clinically integrated network, with more than 3,450 physicians across 70 subspecialties.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please provide at least one week's notice for accommodation requests.