Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)/403(b) with employer match

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc in Virginia Beach seeks a Nuclear Medicine Imaging Specialist to perform diagnostic studies under physician supervision, including patient positioning and radiopharmaceutical administration.

No experience required; new grads welcome. ARRT CNMT certification is required; IV competency is essential. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• ARRT CNMT certification required.
• IV competency required.
• No experience required; new grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Perform general Nuclear Medicine imaging under physician supervision.
• Prepare, dose, and administer radiopharmaceuticals; operate equipment.
• Explain procedures and complete departmental documentation.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine imaging

Radiology procedures

IV competency

Education

Trade school certificate radiologic sciences

BLD Nuclear Medicine

Tools

Electronic radiology systems

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Job description

Overview

Performs 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 times

Job Description

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 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.

Education

• Trade school certificate radiologic sciences
• BLD Nuclear Medicine

Certification/Licensure

• ARRT required CNMT

Experience

No experience requirednew grads welcome

KEY WORDS: Nuclear Medicine, NMT, Radiology, ARRT, CNMT, CT Tech, PET/CT

We 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, 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.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center located in Woodbridge, VA is a 183-bed not-for-profit hospital. We combine the resources of a major health system with the compassionate, personalized care of a community hospital. We offer quiet, private rooms and quality care focused on safety and patient satisfaction. Our clinical services include advanced imaging, cancer services, cardiovascular care, emergency care, lab services, orthopedics, weight loss services and more, all powered through Sentara eCare, a comprehensive electronic medical record system. In addition to our hospital, Sentara Health is enhancing access to healthcare services in Northern Virginia with outpatient and imaging centers in Lake Ridge, Lorton, Springfield and Alexandria, Va. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.