Nuclear Medicine Technologist: Diagnostic Imaging & Patient Care

VCU Health System Authority; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health System Authority in Richmond, VA seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radioactive materials for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The role requires handling radiopharmaceuticals, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating with licensed independent practitioners.

The technologist performs exams and therapies, ensures quality control, and educates students within the Radiology department.

Qualifications

• Certification by NMTCB or ARRT registry.
• Understand and apply nuclear medicine protocols and safety.
• Maintain accuracy in patient positioning and imaging quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine exams or therapies as ordered.
• Prepare radiopharmaceuticals and administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• Ensure radiation safety and quality control of equipment.
• Educate and supervise students and learners in Radiology.
• Collaborate with licensed independent practitioners.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Nuclear physics

Medical terminology

Radiation safety

Patient care

Quality control

Continuing education

Independent judgment

Education

NMTCB Certification

ARRT Registry

Tools

Gamma cameras

CT scanners

PET scanners

Dose calibrators

Survey instruments

Probes and well counters

Job description

VCU Health System Authority in Richmond, VA seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radioactive materials for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The role requires handling radiopharmaceuticals, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating with licensed independent practitioners.

The technologist performs exams and therapies, ensures quality control, and educates students within the Radiology department.