Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Full-time - Days

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC); Baltimore (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging and dynamic function studies. This role is crucial in aiding physicians with accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients under stress and will be responsible for processing diagnostic images, maintaining equipment quality control, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Join a supportive team committed to providing exceptional patient care and making a significant impact in the healthcare community.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Maryland State licensure and ARRT/NMTCB accreditation required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and process all Nuclear Medicine Procedures and send data to physicians.
• Maintain equipment quality control and assist physicians as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Verbal Communication

Diagnostic Image Processing

Education

Accredited program in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Job description

Under general supervision, performs imaging and dynamic function studies in order to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.

Education:
Successful completion of an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Licensures/Certifications:
Maryland State licensure, Accreditation by the ARRT and or NMTCB
Maintain "Healthcare Provider" CPR course

Skills:
* Exhibits interpersonal and verbal communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and families, who may be under physical and/or emotional stress.
* Ability to process diagnostic images through computer manipulation and technique.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
* Accurately performs and processes all Nuclear Medicine Procedures offered at GBMC and successfully sends processed data to physicians for dictation.
* Accurately performs, processes and evaluates equipment Quality Control on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis per regulations.
* Refers equipment issues to the Clinical Coordinator or the Radiology Manager.
* Prepares, calculates, and injects radionuclides into patients for the appropriate study.
* Maintains records and/or technical notations on each case as required by regulatory agencies and assist physicians when necessary.
* Consults with referring physicians regarding orders and/or the medical history of the patient at the direction of the Clinical Coordinator.
* Performs a variety of related clerical tasks, such as retrieving radiographic films and records, filing films ,answering phones, relaying messages, registering and scheduling patients and processing films as necessary.
* Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of work area and insures that the area is properly stocked and supplied for Nuclear Medicine procedures.
* Insures sterile package supplies and contrast material is not damaged or out-dated.

Pay Range

$32.10 - $52.64

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.