Nuclear Medicine Technologist, $6K Sign-On, Mon–Fri Day

UPMC; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging procedures at a technical level with independent judgment, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On-call requirements apply.

Responsibilities include accurate coding in RIS, ISITE archiving, radiopharmaceutical handling, patient identification, dose calculation, quality control, and ensuring records are complete. Requires ARRT(N) or CNMT registry (or eligibility) and CPR/BLS; NY requirements apply if in NY facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program or eligible for NMTCB alternate criteria.
• ARRT(N) or CNMT registry or registry-eligible; must obtain registry within 12 months of hire.
• CPR/BLS required; NY certification requirements if working in a NY facility.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to interact with patients and co-workers with care, listening, dignity and respect.
• Communicates instructions clearly and explains procedures to alleviate patient fears.
• Ensures exams are properly coded and tracked in RIS and ISITE for archiving/interpretation.
• Maintains records of receipt, use and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Verifies patient identity using two identifiers and adheres to universal protocols.
• Calculates, measures and records patient dose per departmental policy.
• Performs nuclear medicine exams with high proficiency and conducts quality control checks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Quality control

Education

Nuclear Medicine Technology Program

Tools

RIS system

ISITE

Job description

UPMC is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging procedures at a technical level with independent judgment, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On-call requirements apply.

Responsibilities include accurate coding in RIS, ISITE archiving, radiopharmaceutical handling, patient identification, dose calculation, quality control, and ensuring records are complete. Requires ARRT(N) or CNMT registry (or eligibility) and CPR/BLS; NY requirements apply if in NY facilities.