Nuclear Medicine Technologist II

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 63,369; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging using sophisticated radiation-detecting equipment and to prepare radiopharmaceuticals for patient procedures. The role requires CNMT or RT(N) credentials, ARRT/NMTCB program graduation, and SCRQSA licensure in SC.

Responsibilities include IV placement, image processing, and delivering accurate data to physicians while upholding exceptional patient care and service standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a CNMT or RT(N) with NMTCB/ARRT credentials.
• Graduation from an ARRT or NMTCB recognized Nuclear Medicine program.
• SCRQSA licensure required in South Carolina.
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers.
• ACLS preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures using advanced nuclear medicine equipment.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• Ability to place IV to avoid extravasations of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Process images with computer software and enhance images for interpretation.
• Provide images, data and patient information to physicians for diagnostic decisions.
• Deliver high quality patient care and excellent customer service.

Skills

CNMT or RT(N)

CAHEA-approved program

SCRQSA licensure

BLS certification

ARRT/NMTCB registration

Education

ARRT/NMTCB nuclear medicine program

Job description

Job Description Summary Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures using sophisticated radiation-detecting instrumentation. Prepares and administers radioactive chemical compounds known as radiopharmaceuticals. Knowledgeable in IV placement to avoid extravasations of radiopharmaceuticals. Performs computer processing and image enhancement. Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation. Provides excellent patient care. Demonstrates excellent customer service.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type Employee

Worker Sub-Type Regular

Cost Center CC000544 CHS - Nuclear Medicine (Main)

Pay Rate Type Hourly

Pay Grade Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Work Shift

Must be a certified nuclear medicine technologist (CNMT) or registered technologist (RT(N)). Should have acquired skills from CAHEA approved program. Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Proactively maintains and renews ARRT, state license, BLS, PPD, respirator fit test, and POC training.

Must obtain ARRT Computed Tomography or NMTCB (CT) Registration within 1 year of hire date.

Additional Job Description Education: Graduate of an ARRT or NMTCB recognized Nuclear Medicine Program required. Work Experience: At least two years of modality specific experience required. Must be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) from the NMTCB or Registered Technologist (RT (N)) from ARRT with a B.S. or B.A. preferred. Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred. SKILL SETS: Fully competent in advanced modality skill sets and flexible to rotate.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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