Nuclear Medicine Technologist - AF1851 - Bemidji

Good Samaritan Society; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 50,585 - 69,844; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

A non-profit health system in Bemidji is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer nuclear imaging procedures and radiopharmaceuticals. Applicants must have completed a certified Nuclear Medicine program. The job involves using radiation-detecting equipment, ensuring patient care, and adhering to safety standards. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, and retirement plan options.

Qualifications

• Must have educational program and clinical experience accepted by ARRT.
• One year experience as a staff radiologic technologist.
• Registered by ARRT or certified by CNMT.

Responsibilities

• Administer nuclear imaging procedures and radiopharmaceuticals.
• Perform quality nuclear medicine imaging examinations.
• Implement radiation safety standards and monitor patients.

Skills

Radiation safety

Quality assurance

Patient care

Technical knowledge of imaging equipment

Education

Certification by CNMT or NMTBC

Completion of a formal AMA accredited Nuclear Medicine program

Tools

Radiation-detecting equipment

Imaging cameras

Job description

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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Bemidji Medical Center
Location: Bemidji, MN
Address: 1300 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 32.00
Salary Range: $36.72 - $50.70
Union Position: Yes

Job Summary

Responsible for administration of nuclear imaging procedures, calculation, diagnostic, therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals, and adjunctive medications using a variety of equipment and strictly adhering to relevant safety standards. Performs quality nuclear medicine imaging examinations through the application of advanced technical knowledge while maintaining strict attention to patient care in accordance with department policy and procedure. Carry out hot lab duties and perform a variety of nuclear medicine studies on inpatients and outpatients in all age groups from neonate to geriatric. Have an understanding of nuclear regulatory commission (NRC) rules and regulations, practice radiation safety, safely operate all cameras and equipment in the department, process and send data to required destinations via computer. Understands the theories and principles behind the equipment and tests performed in the nuclear medicine department.

Prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals and therapeutically dosages under the direction of a physician. Employs radiation-detecting equipment to perform patient imaging procedures; describes procedures to patients and answers questions. Implements radiation safety standards and quality assurance into daily work and monitors a patient\'s condition during the course of an imaging procedure. Collects patient information, analyzes data and provides quality images for a physician to diagnose a patient.

Dependent on needs of facility and department may also be responsible and cross-trained in performing positron emission tomography computed tomography (PETCT) scans with thorough understanding of all processes related to PETCT. Has ability to perform nuclear medicine procedures after appropriate orientation to the department. Able to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations. Confirmation of thorough understanding of all processes related to PETCT.

Demonstrate qualities of a team player. Professionalism and confidentiality will be adhered to at all times. Necessary to be open to change and technology advancements.

Qualifications

Must have completed an educational program and clinical experience accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or completed a formal AMA accredited Nuclear Medicine program and be certified by the CNMT or NMTBC.

One year experience as a staff radiologic technologist; if graduate of a formal Nuclear Medicine program, no experience is required. Must have a thorough understanding of diagnostic radiographic principles, including film processing, quality control and radiation protection.

Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT).

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0234936
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No