Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Duke PA; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO

Relocation

Bonus $15K

Flexible schedules

Clinical ladder

Health benefits

Job summary

Duke University Health System, based in Durham, NC, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform in vivo and in vitro procedures using advanced imaging equipment. You will calibrate radiopharmaceuticals, manage dose calculations, and monitor safety while supporting the clinical ladder and ongoing education.

The role requires ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification within 18 months and a BLS certificate, with opportunities for career growth and relocation assistance as part of the Duke Health Nuclear

Qualifications

• ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification within 18 months of employment.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety and protection.
• Experience with image guidance and radiopharmaceutical preparation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in in vivo and in vitro nuclear medicine procedures.
• Calibrate radiopharmaceuticals and devices; review calibration data for trends.
• Evaluate image quality and process SPECT data for interpretation.
• Administer thyroid therapy under supervision and ensure dose accuracy.
• Maintain inventory, records for radiopharmaceutical handling and disposal.
• Provide instruction to trainees and assist with new employee training.
• Support quality assurance and safety protocols in the department.

Skills

Radiation safety

IV placement

Patient care

Office software

Education

ARRT(N) certification

NMTCB certification

BLS certification

Job description

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At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Nuclear Medicine at Duke University Health System

• Competitive salary and Paid Time Off
• Exceptional Health Benefits
• Flexible Schedules
• $15 K Commitment Bonus
• Relocation
• Research focused
• ARRT Nuclear Medicine (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• Clinical Ladder
• State- of -the- art-technology
• Join the Duke Health Nuclear Medicine Team!

Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests and determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials and measurement instrumentation.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

• Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma and apparatus for in vitro counting.
• Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulate radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits. Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Calculate data to include results of patient studies and radioactive decay.
• Evaluate recorded images for technical quality.
• Process computerized image data to include function curves and reconstructed SPECT images.
• Assume care for physical and psychological needs of patient of all ages during an examination, initiates life support measures for patient, if necessary.
• Maintain inventory of supplies in assigned area; prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing and disposal activities. Maintain records of order, including brachytherapy procedures, receipt and disposal of all radioactive material in the department.
• Provide instruction and technical guidance to radiologic technology students or other advanced imaging techs; assist in training new employees.
• Monitor Nuclear Medicine Department with portable survey meter for possible contamination.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Assist in the development and evaluation of new procedures and techniques to meet the needs of specific protocols as required: consult with physician concerning the application of nuclear medicine procedures and techniques.
• Administer thyroid therapy to patient that has undergone prior clinical and nuclear medicine diagnosis, insures decay of pharmaceutical and calculates for correct dosage in dose calibrator, observes patient dosage to insure proper treatment under direct supervision of radiologist.
• Assist in quality assurance program relating to calibration and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist with the education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, and fellows) as applicable. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

**DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education

Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

Experience

None required beyond above education/certification requirements.

Level I must obtain ARRT or NMCTB certification within 18 months of employment.

Level II Minimum of two years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine technologist.

Level III A minimum of four years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

• ARRT (N) certification and/or NMTCB certification within 18 months of employment.
• BLS certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to use office related computer software
• Possess knowledge of radiation protection and safety
• General computer knowledge
• IV placement and management skills

Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

N/A

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