Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Days

WellSpan Health Services; York (York County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform essential diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. This role involves preparing radiopharmaceuticals, monitoring patients, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. With a focus on professionalism and integrity, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in nuclear medicine and a commitment to patient care. Join a team that values ethics and excellence in healthcare, and contribute to innovative practices that enhance patient outcomes. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your skills can truly make a difference.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Registered Technologist-Nuclear Medicine Technologist required.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine procedures.
• Prepares radiopharmaceuticals and monitors patients during procedures.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine Procedures

Radiopharmaceutical Preparation

Patient Monitoring

Radiation Safety Procedures

Education

Graduate of accredited program in radiologic technology

Tools

Nuclear Medicine Equipment

Job description

PRN

As needed, Days

General Summary

Performs a variety of routine and advanced clinical diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures at an intermediate to beginning specialist skills and knowledge level.
Duties and Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine procedures. Prepares radiopharmaceuticals for administration to patients. Determines appropriate dosage required based on study to be performed.
Obtains patient history, reviews patient condition and administers accurate radiopharmaceutical dosage following established departmental procedures. Monitors patient during procedure and reports any unusual occurrences to appropriate personnel.
Introduces and demonstrates new techniques, equipment, and research findings to staff.
Checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis.
Develops film including evaluating film for technical quality.
Schedules cases to coordinate with other patient examinations.
Positions and transfers patients safely and comfortably and explains basic procedure.
Immobilizes patients as necessary and practices radiation safety procedures.
Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department.

Required for All Jobs:

Performs other related duties as identified.
WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.
WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.


Qualifications

Work Experience:

2 years Relevant experience. Required

Licenses:

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Upon Hire Required or
Registered Technologist-Nuclear Medicine Technologist - ARRT Upon Hire Required and
Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Courses and Training:

Graduate of accredited program in radiologic technology Upon Hire Required