Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k/403B

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan paydown

Paid time off

Parental leave

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist I to perform diagnostic imaging, IV radiopharmaceutical administration, and quality control under physician supervision.

The role covers NM/CT, lymphoscintigraphy, patient education, safety standards, and accurate documentation in a busy tertiary care setting; Sentara offers benefits and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• IV competency is required for preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Licensure/certification with ARRT and CNMT is required or expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform general Nuclear Medicine imaging under physician supervision.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals and manage dosages.
• Explain examination procedures and discharge instructions to patients.
• Maintain patient rooms/equipment and supply inventory; ensure safety and quality control.

Skills

Intravenous (IV) Competency

Education

BLD Nuclear Med Tech

CNMT

ARRT

Job description

City/StateNorfolk, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:OverviewPosition Details and Requirements:Performs all diagnostic Nuclear Medicine Technologist I responsibilities in addition to the following: Therapies, dual modality NM/CT, Lymphoscintigraphy, or hospital based / standing ED. 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 times.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 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. Intravenous (IV) Competency required.Required Education:BLD Nuclear Med TechLicenses and Certifications:Required: Amer Reg of Radiologic Tech, CNMTBENEFITS: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include:Medical, Dental, Vision PlansPaid Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Emergency Caregiver LeaveTuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs401k/403B, 401a plansCareer Advancement OpportunitiesWork PerksPLUS, Sentara just added MORE benefits that support the needs of you and your family. Ask about our Student Debt Program, our additional floating holiday that was added, or our new resources that will help strengthen your financial outlook. We are confident that you will find our new, enhanced benefit package will exceed your expectations!Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!Keywords: Radiology, Clinical - Non Nursing, Talroo - Allied Health, Radiologic Technologist, Rad tech, #LI.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your CareerMedical, Dental, Vision plansAdoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000Paid Time Off and Sick LeavePaid Parental & Family Caregiver LeaveEmergency Backup CareLong-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plansLife Insurance401k/403B with Employer MatchTuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild EducationStudent Debt Pay Down – $10,000Pet InsuranceLegal Resources PlanColleagues 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.