Nuclear Medicine Technologist

akumincorp; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin Operating Corp. seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to produce high quality diagnostic images while observing radiation safety and proper documentation. The role includes clear communication with radiologists and customers, and potential training of new technologists and patient coordinators.

Requirements include a high school diploma, NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification, CPR, and state licensure as needed. Willingness to work at multiple locations and travel as required are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification required.
• State license, as required.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid state driver's license may be required.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Basic computer skills.
• Local travel may be required.
• COVID-19 vaccination may be a condition of employment.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality diagnostic images of Nuclear Medicine studies with emphasis on radiation safety.
• Ensure patient safety during pre-screening and aseptic injection where applicable.
• Communicate effectively with customers and Radiologists.
• May train new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to safety rules

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

State license (as required)

NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for producing high quality diagnostic images of Nuclear Medicine studies. Special attention to radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with patients and radioactive materials. Responsible for insuring effective communication with vendors and customers, including radiologists as necessary. In some instances, trains new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for producing high quality diagnostic images of Nuclear Medicine studies. Special attention to radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with patients and radioactive materials.

• Responsible for patient safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, aseptic injection technique etc.

• Effectively communicates with customers and Radiologists.

• May train new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

• NMTCB or ARRT (N) required.

• State license, as required.

• CPR certification required.

• As applicable, valid state driver’s license.

• Ability to work at several locations.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.

• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

• Local travel may be required.

• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.

• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to radioactive isotopes and ionizing radiation. May be exposed to radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

More than 50% of the time:

• Sit, stand, walk.

• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

• See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

• Stoop, kneel or crawl.

• Climb and balance.

• Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

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Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.