Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Grand Blanc - 40 Hours - Days

Henry Ford Health; Grand Blanc (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Grand Blanc, Michigan. This role involves performing procedures with isotopes, preparing patients, and ensuring proper imaging techniques are utilized. Adherence to protocols and maintaining certifications are crucial for this position.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or G.E.D., and must be registered in Nuclear Medicine. Responsibilities also include preparing radioactive isotopes and ensuring a safe environment during examinations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Registry in Nuclear Medicine by ARRT and/or NMTCB required.
• Must maintain required hours of continued medical education.

Responsibilities

• Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares them for examination.
• Obtains additional patient medical history information.
• Prepares procedure room and replenishes stock.
• Prepares radioactive isotopes for administration.
• Performs Nuclear Medicine scan following protocols.
• Controls equipment to obtain diagnostic information.
• Prepares and sets up sterile equipment as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Registered in Nuclear Medicine (ARRT/NMTCB)

Healthcare Provider certification (BCLS)

Job description

General Summary

• Under the direction of a Radiologist, specializes in the performance of procedures using various isotopes for the evaluation of pathological entities as prescribed by a physician.
• Performs related functions according to department protocols.
• Utilizes independent judgment in determining appropriate imaging techniques, patient positioning, and safety practices.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination.
• Obtains additional information about the patient medical history as necessary.
• Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies.
• Prepares prescribed radioactive isotopes for administration to patients.
• Reviews clinical data on requisition, analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and following protocols performs the Nuclear Medicine scan.
• Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information for the area of the body being studied.
• May prepare and set up sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies required to procedure to be performed.
• Demonstrates on a consistent basis Team member standards of excellence including: AIDET, open communication, responding in a timely manner, displaying a positive attitude, fostering innovation, respecting diversity, etc.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Must be registered (or registry eligible) in Nuclear Medicine by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and/or The Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• If registry eligible, registry must be obtained within 12 months of date of hire. Failure to obtain registry within designated timeframe will result in termination of the Nuclear Medicine Technologist position.
• Must maintain required hours of continued medical education. Healthcare Provider certification required (BCLS).

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Genesys Ambulatory Health Services
• Department: HFGAHS GHI Cardio
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable