Nuclear Medicine Technologist II, PRN

112 North Carolina Baptist Hospital; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Health's Nuclear Medicine department in Winston‑Salem, NC is seeking a part-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist on a per diem schedule. You will administer diagnostic and therapeutic doses under supervision, verify orders, and collaborate with Radiologists to ensure accurate, high-quality imaging.

The role requires NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification, Nuclear Medicine tech experience, and BLS certification. On-call coverage at night and on weekends is part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Registered with NMTCB or ARRT (N) required.
• Nuclear Medicine Technology and PET experience required.
• Must meet all competency requirements of a Nuclear Medicine Tech I.
• Current BLS Provider Certification from AHA or Red Cross required.
• Graduate of an ARRT/NMTCB-recognized Nuclear Medicine Technology program.

Responsibilities

• Administers diagnostic and therapeutic doses under supervision.
• Examines requests and verifies orders on each patient.
• Refer and questions orders to Radiologist before performing exam.
• Contact ordering physician when discrepancies exist.
• Correlates test results and lab data with the exam.
• Obtain medications, radiopharmaceuticals for administration by licensed practitioner.
• Operate dose calibrators, lab equipment and survey meters.
• Verify correct patient identity on requisitions.
• Record patient data, dose information, and exam details.
• Evaluate image quality and consult Radiologist when needed.
• Recognize abnormal anatomy and adjust imaging as instructed.

Skills

NMTCB or ARRT certification

Attention to detail

Education

ARRT/NMTCB recognized Nuclear Medicine Technology program graduate

Tools

Dose calibrators

Survey meters

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Job description

Department: 36315
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Nuclear Medicine
Status: Part time
Benefits Eligible: No
Hours Per Week: 0
Schedule Details/Additional Information: Per diem schedule Monday- Friday 7am-5pm with required on-call coverage at night and on weekends
Pay Range $41.10 - $61.65
Location: Winston Salem, North Carolina

What You'll Do:

• Administers diagnostic and therapeutic doses under the supervision of an Authorized User.
• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
• Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam.
• Contacts ordering physician when there are discrepancies.
• Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed.
• Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
• Operates dose calibrators, computers, lab equipment and survey meters.
• Verifies the correct patient by using appropriate patient identifiers and validates proof of identity.
• Records medical history on requisitions.
• Records dose information, patient data, dates, views and other pertinent information on finished exams.
• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.
• Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images and/or measurements as instructed.

What You'll Need:

• Registered with NMTCB or ARRT (N) required.
• Nuclear Medicine Technology and PET experience required.
• Must meet all competency requirements of a Nuclear Medicine Tech I.
• Current BLS Provider Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.
• Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT or NMTCB recognizes in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance.
• May be required to stretch, bend, twist, squat and kneel in performing Diagnostic procedures.
• Vision and hearing for distances of at least 20 feet is necessary.
• Able to carry weights of up to 25 pounds while moving film jackets, supplies or equipment to work areas.
• Significant walking will be required as approximately 50% of work time will be standing.
• 50% of work time will be operating computers, monitors, survey meters and other equipment requiring manual dexterity and use of the hands.
• Precision manual dexterity required for venipuncture and radiopharmaceutical administration.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

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With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.

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We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care