Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Nuc Med Tech)

Inova Health System; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their dynamic team. This PRN position requires availability on Wednesdays and Fridays, offering a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on patient care and safety. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program and possess strong communication skills, ensuring patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their procedures. With a commitment to team member health and development, this role offers a chance to thrive in a state-of-the-art facility while making a meaningful impact on patient lives.

Benefits

Robust team member wellness program

Retirement matching contributions

Mental health coaching sessions

Individual development planning

State-of-the-art medical facilities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program required.
• Experience in a hospital/healthcare environment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Student.

Responsibilities

• Explains procedures to patients and families to ease anxiety.
• Assists physicians with examinations using standard protocols.
• Maintains exposure reading within ALARA limits.

Skills

Patient Communication

Radiopharmaceutical Injection Techniques

Clinical Problem Recognition

Radiation Protection Procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited school/program of Nuclear Medicine Technology

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Picture Archiving/Communication Systems

Job description

Inova Physician Services - Cardiology - Springfield is looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join the team. This role will be a PRN with availability needed on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering a robust team member wellness program.


• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.


• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.


• Career Development: Individual Development Planning that focuses on supporting team member aspirations.


• State-of-the-Art Medical and Training Facilities

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Job Responsibilities:

• Explains procedures to patients and families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and ensure patient cooperation.


• Assists the physician in performing a variety of examinations by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions, and/or sterile techniques. Demonstrates proper technique for injection of radiopharmaceuticals under the American College of Radiology guidelines.


• Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams while taking appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome.


• Correctly identifies patients and their files by utilizing electronic medical records and picture archiving/communication systems while ensuring a high degree of accuracy.


• Demonstrates the effective use of radiation protection procedures with shielding, collimation devices, and protective shielding per supervisor observation. Maintains exposure reading within the ALARA limits.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Additional Requirements:

• Work schedule: PRN with availability needed on Wednesdays and Fridays.


• Education: Graduate of an accredited school/program of Nuclear Medicine Technology.


• Licensure: Nuclear Medical Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT (N) certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist within one year of hire date.


• Certification: Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association


• Experience: Experience in a hospital/healthcare environment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Student.