Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET) - First Shift

Baylor Scott & White Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Nuclear Medicine Technician in Durham, North Carolina. The role involves coordinating technical procedures, managing radiopharmaceutical inventory, and ensuring patient care. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development are available within Imaging services.

Qualifications

• Experience not required but ARRT or NMTCB certification needed within 18 months.
• Level II requires at least two years' experience; Level III requires at least four years' experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in technical procedures including in vivo and in vitro studies.
• Calibrate and prepare radiopharmaceuticals for patient administration.
• Provide care for patients during examinations and administer thyroid therapy.

Skills

Office software proficiency

Radiation safety knowledge

IV management skills

Education

Graduate or completed a program meeting eligibility for registry/certification

ARRT (N) or NMTCB certification

BLS certification

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

**** This Position is Eligible for Relocation ****

Work Week: Monday-Friday, 10am-6:30pm

General Description of the Job Class

Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests, and determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials and measurement instrumentation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in technical procedures including in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation such as stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma, and apparatus for in vitro counting.
• Calibrate and prepare radiopharmaceuticals for patient administration; formulate radiopharmaceuticals from pre-prepared kits. Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating malfunction. Calculate data, including patient study results and radioactive decay.
• Evaluate recorded images for technical quality.
• Process computerized image data, including function curves and reconstructed SPECT images.
• Provide care for patients of all ages during examinations, initiating life support if necessary.
• Maintain inventory and records related to radiopharmaceutical activities, including receiving, dispensing, and disposal.
• Train and guide radiologic technology students and new employees.
• Monitor the Nuclear Medicine Department for contamination using portable survey meters.
• Perform EKG preparation and tracing.
• Assist in developing and evaluating new procedures; consult with physicians on nuclear medicine applications.
• Administer thyroid therapy, monitor patient doses, and ensure proper treatment under supervision.
• Assist with quality assurance and equipment maintenance.
• Contribute to education and training of medical staff.

**Duke offers career growth within Imaging services, including a clinical ladder program.**

Required Qualifications

• Graduate or completed a program meeting eligibility for registry/certification or currently hold required registry or certification.
• Experience beyond education/certification not required; Level I must obtain ARRT or NMTCB certification within 18 months.
• Level II requires at least two years' experience; Level III requires at least four years' experience in the specialty.

Degrees, Licensure, and Certification

• ARRT (N) or NMTCB certification within 18 months of employment.
• BLS certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in office software and radiation safety.
• Knowledge of radiation protection, safety, and IV management skills.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.