Nuclear Medicine Technologist: Imaging & Patient Care

Portage County; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Portage County is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and operate advanced imaging equipment, including gamma cameras, PET, and SPECT scanners. The role involves preparing patients, explaining procedures, and ensuring safety and accuracy in imaging results.

The technologist will collaborate with nuclear medicine physicians and radiologists, maintain records, and adhere to safety protocols to protect patients and staff during imaging and radiopharmaceutical

Qualifications

• Prepare and administer radioactive substances to patients.
• Explain imaging procedures to patients and obtain consent.
• Monitor patients during imaging procedures and ensure safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate gamma cameras, PET and SPECT scanners to obtain diagnostic images.
• Position patients correctly to optimize image quality and comfort.
• Review images for diagnostic quality and assist with preliminary findings.
• Maintain accurate patient records and proper labeling for tests.
• Follow radiation safety and infection control protocols.
• Collaborate with physicians and radiologists on imaging procedures.

Skills

Radiopharmaceutical administration

Imaging procedures

Patient communication

Equipment operation

Tools

Gamma cameras

PET scanners

SPECT scanners

Job description

Portage County is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and operate advanced imaging equipment, including gamma cameras, PET, and SPECT scanners. The role involves preparing patients, explaining procedures, and ensuring safety and accuracy in imaging results.

The technologist will collaborate with nuclear medicine physicians and radiologists, maintain records, and adhere to safety protocols to protect patients and staff during imaging and radiopharmaceutical