Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Sentara; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Match

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Pay Down

Paid Time Off

Sign-On Bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg, VA, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist II for a full-time day shift. PET training is available for qualified candidates. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 is offered.

The role includes imaging, dose preparation, and patient education, with rotating weekend call and five 8-hour shifts. Required: Trade School in Radiologic Technology or Bachelor’s in Nuclear Medicine, ARRT or CNMT, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Trade School degree in Radiologic Technology or Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine is required.
• ARRT or CNMT certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general Nuclear Medicine imaging under physician direction.
• Position patients for accurate anatomy/pathology demonstration.
• Prepare, dose-manage and administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• Operate radiation-producing equipment and radiology systems.
• Explain procedures and discharge instructions; document activities.

Education

Radiologic Technology

Nuclear Medicine

Job description

City/StateHarrisonburg, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:Sentara RMH Medical Center, in Harrisonburg, VA, is currently hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist II to join our team in a full time, day shift position. Please note, we are able to provide PET training for qualified candidates!Up to $15,000 Sign On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates!HoursMonday – Friday: five/8-hour shifts per weekShift start times are staggered between 5am and 8amRotating weekend call (Saturday and Sunday)OverviewConducts 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 preperation, dose management and administration of radiopharmceuticals, 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.EducationTrade School degree in Radiologic Technology or Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine (Required)Certification/LicensureARRT or CNMT (Required)BLSKeyword: NMT, Imaging, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Med, Talroo - Allied Health, MonsterWe 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, standby/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.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 if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Sentara RMH Medical Center, a Magnet designated hospital located in Harrisonburg VA, serves a seven-county area with a population of 218,000 residents, employing 2600 locals. The 238-bed community hospital has been serving Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and surrounding areas since 1912, then partnered with the Sentara Health System in May of 2011. Sentara RMH features the RMH Hahn Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art center equipped with the latest cancer fighting technologies available in the nation administrating more than 18,000 cancer treatments. With 1800 delivered babies, 60,000 emergency patients and 21,000 surgical procedures, Sentara has a position for you. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.Our Caring Workplace Environment•A Caring Commitment serving our community for 100+ years•Free and convenient parking•Collaboration and shared governance•CMS 5-Star and Magnet designated hospital•EAP – 24 x 7Sentara 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.