Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Diagnostic Imaging & Therapy

UC Health; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health West Chester Hospital in Ohio seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures and oversee laboratory/research studies under limited supervision.

Requirements include completion of a Nuclear Medicine program with NMTCB Certification, OH radiologic license with NM/ARRT or NMTCB, and BLS within 30 days. 1–2 years of experience is preferred; bachelor's in Medical Imaging is a plus.

Qualifications

• Completion of a collegiate Nuclear Medicine Program with NMTCB Certification, required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Imaging (Nuclear Medicine), preferred.
• Ohio Department of Health Radiologic License (Nuclear Medicine) and ARRT (N) or NMTCB Certification
• Basic Life Support Certification completed within 30 days of hire
• 1-2 years equivalent experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Performs complex diagnostic studies (imaging and non‑imaging) and therapeutic procedures. Operates imaging equipment (scintillation/PET cameras and counters) and related equipment (film devices, xenon traps, computers, etc.) for routine and specialty procedures. Performs quality control on instrumentation according to department policy and ensures that equipment is in proper working order.
• Performs dose calculations, preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals and dispenses these to patients in an appropriate manner.
• Uses appropriate instrumentation or other devices, monitors personnel, work areas and patient rooms where applicable to ensure that levels of radiation do not exceed those levels defined in institutional, NRC and Ohio Department of Health regulations. Reports all radiation exposures and spills to supervisor and/or Radiation Safety Officer.
• Receives radioactive shipments, disposes of radioactivity and contaminated materials in accordance with department, hospital and federal regulatory agencies maintaining these records.
• Instructs undergraduate students, medical students and Radiology/Cardiology residents and fellows.
• Participates in research conferences, continuing education, and workshops.
• Writes project reports, articles, and other documents, and assists in preparing research papers and manuscripts for publication.
• Develops, reviews, and recommends new operating policies and procedures for laboratory and clinical work.

Education

NMTCB Certification

Ohio Department of Health Radiologic License (Nuclear Medicine)

ARRT (N) or NMTCB Certification

BLS Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Imaging (Nuclear Medicine)

Job description

UC Health West Chester Hospital in Ohio seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures and oversee laboratory/research studies under limited supervision.

Requirements include completion of a Nuclear Medicine program with NMTCB Certification, OH radiologic license with NM/ARRT or NMTCB, and BLS within 30 days. 1–2 years of experience is preferred; bachelor's in Medical Imaging is a plus.