Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Nuc Med Tech)

Davita Inc.; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Inova Loudoun Hospital is seeking a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a PRN position. The role focuses on patient interaction, executing nuclear medicine procedures, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Candidates should have appropriate certifications and be graduates of an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Benefits

Robust team member wellness program

Retirement match for eligible contributions

Mental health coaching sessions at no cost

Individual Development Planning for career growth

Access to state-of-the-art medical and training facilities

Qualifications

• Requires NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Experience in hospital/healthcare environment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Student.

Responsibilities

• Explains procedures to patients and families.
• Assists physician using standard protocols and sterile techniques.
• Recognizes and resolves clinical problems during exams.

Skills

Patient Interaction

Radiopharmaceutical Injection

Radiation Safety

Clinical Problem Recognition

Education

Graduate of an accredited school/program of Nuclear Medicine Technology

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Picture Archiving/Communication Systems

Job description

Inova Loudoun Hospital is looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join the team. This role will be a PRN role.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.

Applicants may be considered for current and future opportunities