Nuclear Medicine technologist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging, prepare radiopharmaceuticals, and ensure QA/QC compliance. The successful candidate will position patients, administer doses, educate patients, and maintain documentation under physician supervision.

The role requires ARRT CNMT certification/licensure with a trade school certificate in radiologic sciences and is open to new grads.

Qualifications

• AR RT CNMT certification/licensure required.
• Radiologic sciences education from a trade school.
• Experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and analyze diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures in ambulatory setting under physician supervision.
• Position patients to demonstrate correct anatomy/pathology.
• Prepare, dose-manage and administer radiopharmaceuticals; operate radiation producing equipment.
• Ensure QA/QC standards per state/federal/local agencies and radiology policies.
• Provide patient/family education and discharge instructions; document procedures.
• Maintain IV competency and proper supply inventory.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Radiology

ARRT CNMT

CT/PET-CT familiarity

Education

Trade school certificate radiologic sciences

Nuclear Medicine Certification/Licensure

ARRT CNMT certification

Tools

PACS

Gamma camera

Job description

City/StateNorfolk, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:OverviewOverviewPerforms and analyzes all diagnostic Nuclear Medicine Procedures in ambulatory setting. Performs to all quality control and quality assurance standards as prescribed by all state, federal, and local agencies. Provide the best patient care and practice radiation safety standards at all timesJob DescriptionConducts 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.EducationTrade school certificate radiologic sciencesBLD Nuclear MedicineCertification/LicensureARRT required CNMTExperienceNo experience required new grads welcomeKEY WORDS: Nuclear Medicine, NMT, Radiology, ARRT, CNMT, CT Tech, PET/CTWe 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. 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 if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.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.