Nuclear Medicine Technologist

CARIN Alliance; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CARIN Alliance in Denver, CO seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic nuclear medicine exams, preparing patients and ensuring imaging quality while adhering to radiation safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include operating specialized equipment, documenting procedures, managing records, and supporting coding, billing, and QA standards. The role requires current ARRT/NMTCB license, BLS, IV certification, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Current state license and certification from ARRT or NMTCB.
• BLS and IV certification.
• Knowledge of radiopharmaceuticals, radiation safety, image evaluation, and anatomy.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and independent task management skills.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and assist patients and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine exams.
• Prepare patients and ensure comfort.
• Adhere to radiation safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate image quality.
• Operate specialized equipment and document procedures.
• Manage records and ensure coding/billing compliance.
• Maintain quality assurance standards.

Skills

ARRT/NMTCB license

BLS certification

IV certification

Radiopharmaceuticals knowledge

Image evaluation

Anatomy knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent task management

Physical stamina

Job description

Role Overview

the Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic nuclear medicine exams, collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate imaging. Key responsibilities include maintaining competency in clinical functions, preparing patients, adhering to radiation safety and regulatory guidelines, and evaluating image quality. They provide patient education, ensure comfort, and follow infection control protocols. The role involves operating specialized equipment, documenting procedures, managing records, and ensuring compliance with coding, billing, and quality assurance standards.

Role Overview

the Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic nuclear medicine exams, collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate imaging. Key responsibilities include maintaining competency in clinical functions, preparing patients, adhering to radiation safety and regulatory guidelines, and evaluating image quality. They provide patient education, ensure comfort, and follow infection control protocols. The role involves operating specialized equipment, documenting procedures, managing records, and ensuring compliance with coding, billing, and quality assurance standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current state license and certification from ARRT or NMTCB.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and IV certification.
• Knowledge of radiopharmaceuticals, radiation safety, image evaluation, and anatomy.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and independent task management skills.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and assist patients and equipment.

Additional Details

Requires manual dexterity, visual acuity, and the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive movements. The position is based in Denver, Colorado, with a typical workweek of 40 hours. The hourly rate varies based on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package is provided.