Nuclear Medicine Technologist I - Flexible Schedule & 401(k)

Alliancehealth-Durant; Durant (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Job summary

AllianceHealth Durant is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist I (PRN) to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under physician supervision. Responsibilities include radiopharmaceutical administration, operation of imaging equipment, safety compliance, and meticulous record-keeping in the EMR.

Collaborating with Radiologists and cardiologists, you will ensure high-quality images and patient care while maintaining NRC/state compliance and continuous quality improvement

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical or hospital setting.
• 2-4 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies, following established protocols and physician orders to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously or orally, adhering to safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and facility policies.
• Assesses patient condition before procedures, verifying proper identification, screening for contraindications, and ensuring the appropriateness of the exam.
• Operates and calibrates nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and PET scanners, ensuring optimal image acquisition and quality control.
• Performs routine quality control (QC) checks on imaging equipment and maintains accurate documentation for NRC or state regulatory compliance.
• Ensures proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials, following all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disease abnormalities and physiological processes, recognizing when additional imaging views or modifications are needed to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
• Responds to and reports isotope spills, ensuring compliance with radiation safety officer protocols and regulatory reporting guidelines.
• Provides clear instructions to patients and family members, explaining the procedure, potential side effects, and post-procedure care as needed.
• Documents all procedures, radiopharmaceutical usage, and patient interactions in the EMR, ensuring accuracy and compliance with facility policies.
• Collaborates with department leadership, Radiologists, and vendor(s) to update protocols on the NucMed scanners.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nuclear medicine imaging

Radiopharmaceutical prep

Radiation safety

Regulatory knowledge

Patient communication

Education

State licensure required

ARDMS or ARRT Nuclear Med

NMTCB certification

BLS certification

Job description

AllianceHealth Durant is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist I (PRN) to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under physician supervision. Responsibilities include radiopharmaceutical administration, operation of imaging equipment, safety compliance, and meticulous record-keeping in the EMR.

Collaborating with Radiologists and cardiologists, you will ensure high-quality images and patient care while maintaining NRC/state compliance and continuous quality improvement