Nuclear Medicine Technologist/CT - Diagnostic Imaging

Southwest Medical Center, Inc.; Liberal, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Medical Center, Inc. seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/CT for full-time, on-site duties in Liberal, KS. The role covers a broad range of imaging modalities, patient care, and front-office support under department leadership.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited imaging program credential, BLS/CPR, and board registration in multiple modalities (ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS/KS LRT as applicable). Interdepartmental communication and patient education are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited imaging program.
• BLS/CPR certification.
• Board registration in two or more modalities (ARRT, NMTCB, ARDMS, KS LRT) if required by modality.

Responsibilities

• Assure consent forms are signed and obtain patient history.
• Review patient orders for errors and ensure accuracy.
• Educate patients on exam preparation and procedures.
• Communicate with nursing, clinics, and providers about exams.
• Transport patients and assist to exam table as needed.
• Prepare the room and maintain radiation safety (film badge).
• Document medications, contrast and procedures accurately.

Skills

Communication

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited imaging program

Tools

PACS

HIS/RIS/EMR

Job description

**Nuclear Medicine Technologist/CT*** Full TimeThe Nuclear Medicine Technologist/CT performs a wide variety of routine duties including clerical, technical, and patient related functions. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist/CT will work directly under the Director and Assistant Manager. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist/CT is responsible for assisting with running the DI front office as well as assisting members of the patient care team and providing a broad range of health care services such as but not limited to exam review, exam preparation, patient education, assistance with exams and procedures, and patient transporting. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist/CT may be assigned to work in a variety of imaging modalities and will assist with clinical services per operational needs. Nuclear Medicine Technologist/CT assists with exams on adults, geriatric patients, adolescents, and pediatric age groups.What You'll Do:* Assures that any required consent forms are signed prior to examination and obtains pertinent and adequate history on all patient exams.* Reviews patient orders for errors.* Educates patient on proper preparation for scheduled exams* Communicates effectively with nursing, clinics, and providers regarding patient exams, delays, cancelled exams.* Transports patients to and from department and assists patient to exam table as needed.* Utilizes two patient identifiers as required.* Prepare the room for procedure to include cleaning the room and equipment.* Wears film badge at all times while helping with any ionizing radiation exams.* Assists patient in preparing for exam (dressing room, restroom, etc.)* Completes post exam paperwork and documentation.* Accurately documents all medications, contrast and other administered to patient during exam.* Completes PACS images and paperwork are complete and sends to Radiologist for interpretation.* Assists in records transfer at requests of patient or facilities* Assures proper documentation within the HIS/RIS/EMR/PACS systems.Requirements:* High School Diploma or equivalent* Completion of an accredited imaging program* BLS/CPR* ARRT, NMTCB, ARDMS, KS LRT, as required per modality assigned (board registered in two (2) or more modalities)### Job Location:On-Site### Closing:Open until filled