Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Sentara Health; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Careplex Hospital in Hampton, VA is hiring a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist III to perform general nuclear medicine imaging under the direction of a qualified physician, including patient positioning and apparatus operation.

This role requires IV competency, BLS certification, and education from a trade school, with preferred ARRT/NMTCB credentials and about 2 years of experience. Sentara offers comprehensive benefits and market-competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Trade School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required; ARRT (CT), (N), or CNMT, or NMTCB (CT) preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general Nuclear Medicine imaging under physician supervision.
• Prepare, dose manage, and administer radiopharmaceuticals.

Skills

IV competency

Education

Trade School

Job description

City/State
Hampton, VA

Work Shift
First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara Careplex Hospital is now hiring a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist III in Hampton, VA!

Shift: Full-Time, Days (Will rotate to SNGH)

Overview

Conducts general Nuclear Medicine imaging of patients, within scope of demonstrated competency under the direction of a qualified physician, to include positioning of patient for demonstration of correct anatomy/pathology. Competent in preparation, dose management and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, radioisotopes, operation of radiation producing equipment, operation of the electronic radiology systems, preparation of patient room/equipment, provides patient and family education and maintains adequate supply inventory. Explains examination procedure and discharge instructions to patient and completes departmental documentation. Complies with all radioactive activity monitoring and documentation. Performs to all quality control and quality assurance standards as prescribed by all state, federal, and local agencies. Intravenous (IV) Competency required.

Education

• - Trade School (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• - Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI (Required)
• - ARRT (CT), (N), or CNMT, or NMTCB (CT) (Preferred)

Experience

• - 2 years (Preferred)

Keywords: Radiation, Radiation Oncology, Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Oncology, Talroo-Allied Health

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $44.90 - $65.99 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus ifestablished system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara CarePlex Hospit a l , located in Hampton, VA, is a 224-bed technologically advanced, acute care facility, and Certified Primary Stroke Center. Other features include specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, along with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a hospitalist program, and one of the state's busiest emergency departments. We are also home to the Orthopedic Hospital at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, the area's first dedicated orthopedic hospital. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.