Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear medicine - Per Diem

20 Elliot Hospital of the City of Manchester; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nuclear Medicine Department at the Elliot Hospital is dedicated to serving the community with high-quality patient care. We seek a Nuclear Medicine Technologist with strong experience to perform and document isotope administration and imaging procedures.

Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program, a 24-month clinical internship, and current ARRT/NMTCB certification are required, along with BLS. The department emphasizes quality control and collaborative care within SolutionHealth.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited educational program in Nuclear Medicine.
• Twenty-four month clinical internship is required.
• Board certification by the BME or NMTCB/ARRT is required.
• ARRT or NMTCB certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Or able to obtain within orientation period after hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs nuclear medicine procedures based on ASRT Nuclear Medicine Practice Standards and Code of Ethics.
• Performs venipuncture.
• Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to isotope administration.
• Understands and adheres to departmental exam protocols.
• Actively participates in quality control and quality assurance activities using the APIE model.

Skills

Venipuncture

Quality control

Interpersonal skills

Education

Nuclear Medicine program

Clinical internship

Tools

Gamma camera

Radioisotope administration

Job description

Who We Are:

The Nuclear Medicine Department at the Elliot Hospital takes great pride in serving their community, patients, and families. Our team observes best practices and strive to attain the best outcomes possible for their patients. If you are a Nuclear Med Tech with strong experience/skills.

About the Job:

The practice of nuclear medicine is performed by a segment of health care professionals responsible for the administration of radioactive material to patients for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. Radioactive materials and a gamma camera are used in nuclear medicine to image various organs and body areas to aid in diagnosis, and in some instances treat, various pathological conditions. Although an interdisciplinary team of radiologists, nuclear medicine technologists, and support staff plays a critical role in the delivery of health services, it is the nuclear medicine technologist who performs the actual patient examination or treatment. Nuclear medicine technology integrates scientific knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and useful diagnostic information.

What You'll Do:

• Performs nuclear medicine procedures based on the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) "Nuclear Medicine Practice Standards" and the ASRT "Code of Ethics".
• Performs venipuncture.
• Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to isotope administration.
• Understands and adheres to departmental exam protocols.
• Actively participates in quality control and quality assurance activities using the "APIE" model.
• And more.

Who You Are:

• Completion of an accredited educational program in Nuclear Medicine,
• Required Twenty-four month clinical internship,
• Required Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy,
• Required ARRT or NMTCB certification,
• Required BLS,
• Required Or able to obtain within orientation period after hire

Why You'll Love Us:

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short term, long term disability, Accident insurance, & life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Accrued earned time for full-time & part-time employees
• 403b Retirement plans, with generous employer contributions
• And more!

Work Shift:

First - Day shift - As needed

SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SolutionHealth is an integrated health system uniquely focused on providing access to high-value primary and specialty care that meets the growing needs of the communities we serve. Together, Southern New Hampshire Health and Elliot Health System, the founding members of SolutionHealth, are committed to innovative models of care and collaboration that improve the health and well-being of more than half of million residents of our region. We start with committing to do the right thing, for each patient, always.