Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Memorial Hospital - North Georgia; Ringgold (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital - North Georgia is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging studies using radionuclides, ensure patient safety, and maintain high-quality images. You will administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate imaging devices, and uphold strict radiation safety standards.

The role requires certification, university-level training in Nuclear Medicine, and CPR/BLS. This PRN position involves days with varied shifts, including weekends and on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School GED/Graduate, upon hire.
• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program, upon hire.
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist within 90 days, CPR/BLS on hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform Nuclear Medicine procedures and prepare radiopharmaceuticals.
• Ensure patient safety and radiation safety standards.
• Verify orders, identify patients, and prevent artifacts in imaging.
• Dispose of radioactive waste safely and maintain equipment.

Skills

Radiation safety

Nuclear medicine imaging

Patient care

Dose administration

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Georgia Campus

PRN: Days and Shifts vary. Weekends Holidays and On-Call responsibilities

As our Nuclear Med Tech, you will be a specialized healthcare professional, vital in providing diagnostic and therapeutic services through the precise application of radionuclides. Every day, you will expertly perform Nuclear Medicine procedures, utilizing radionuclides to produce high-quality images and data for licensed practitioners. You'll ensure appropriate patient care, recognize conditions essential for successful procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate equipment, and adhere to strict radiation safety. To be successful in this role demands current certification, advanced technical expertise, and an exceptional eye for detail, coupled with a thorough understanding of radiation safety. Your compassionate patient care and dedication to precise imaging will be essential.

• Uses two patient identifiers
• Compares doctor’s order to requisition for accuracy
• Assesses patient for possible artifacts and takes appropriate action to prevent interference with image
• Calculates, prepares, and administers proper patient dose and correct radiopharmaceutical according to dept. standard.
• Properly disposes of radioactive waste, contaminated lines, and spent radiopharmaceuticals
• Routinely demonstrates the ability to prioritize workload.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School GED General Studies, upon hire or
• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire and
• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program, upon hire
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, within 90 Days and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.