Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Frankfort Regional Medical Center; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Frankfort Regional Medical Center is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist dedicated to providing high-quality patient care through sophisticated nuclear medicine and PET CT exams. The role requires maintaining licenses and certifications, while also ensuring patient safety and comfort. Join a leading facility known for exceptional healthcare services and a commitment to employee growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with a 100% match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off and paid family leave

Qualifications

• Current registry by CNMT or ARRT (N) is required.
• BLS required.
• PET CT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine exams following protocols ensuring a high quality of care.
• Receive, calibrate, log, administer and monitor the decay of radioactive isotopes.
• Provide radiation safety support in the event of a radiation incident/spill.

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine

Job description

Description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Technologist? At Frankfort Regional Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Frankfort Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Nuclear Medicine (NM) Technologist performs general nuclear medicine and PET CT exams providing the highest level of customer service and image quality. The NM tech also receives, calibrates, logs, administers and monitors the decay of radioactive isotopes following appropriate policies, procedures and radiation safety practices.

What you will do in this role:

• You will perform nuclear medicine exams following protocols and in a timely manner, ensuring a high quality of care.

• You will receive, calibrate, log, administer and monitor the decay of radioactive isotopes.

• You will provide radiation safety support in the event of a radiation incident/spill You will maintainaccurate, detailed reports and records.

• You will record patients medical information You will coordinate patient flow and check the daily list to ensure all exams are complete.

• You will inform the patient about the procedure and answer questions. You will interact and professionally communicate with co-workers, physicians, patients, and family members.

• You will maintain all licenses, certifications, and accreditations required as outlined in Job Qualifications.

• You will adhere to the facility ICARE values.

• You will prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments.

• You will prepare education the patient on discharge instructions You will demonstrate the ability to perform technical skills and procedures.

• You will be knowledgeable in the handling of radioactive materials.

• You will demonstrate knowledge of human growth and development, assessment, range of treatment, and care of patients appropriate to the ages of patients served.

• You will properly measure radioactive waste and know how to dispose of it properly in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

What qualifications you will need:

• Graduation from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine.

• Current registry by CNMT or ARRT (N) is required.

• BLS required.

• PET CT experience preferred.

Frankfort Regional Medical Centerhas provided quality healthcare services for over 40 years. We give patients access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 170+ bed hospitalÂis one of the regions leading acute care facilities in Central Kentucky. Frankfort Regional has built an excellent reputation for outstanding subspecialty services. In addition, we have an exceptional network of quality primary care physicians in both family practice and internal medicine. We are consistently named as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky.

At Frankfort Regional Medical Center, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Nuclear Medicine Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.