Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Inc.; Aiken County (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their team. This role involves performing essential healthcare services using radiopharmaceuticals to aid in diagnosing and treating diseases. You will be responsible for preparing patients and equipment, ensuring safety protocols, and assisting Radiologists during procedures. With a commitment to excellence and patient care, this role offers a chance to make a significant impact within a respected healthcare facility. If you are passionate about providing quality healthcare and eager for career development opportunities, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonuses for select positions

Unlimited employee referral bonuses

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage

Tuition/Certification reimbursement

Recognition programs

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology from a CAAHEP approved school.
• One year of experience preferred with ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares equipment and materials for Nuclear Medicine procedures.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals and ensures patient safety.
• Maintains accurate documentation and patient charges.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiation Safety Procedures

Clerical Duties

Equipment Calibration

Radiopharmaceutical Administration

Education

Associate Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Tools

PAC System (PACS)

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Responsibilities

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

Aiken Regional Medical Centers, located in Aiken, South Carolina, is a 273-bed acute care facility providing top quality and safe healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities since 1917. It has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the American Heart Association for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure, stroke, and coronary artery disease.

Additionally, Aiken Regional provides comprehensive healthcare services such as behavioral health (Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health), emergency medical care (ER at Sweetwater), orthopedic surgeries, maternity, rehabilitation services (Hitchcock Rehabilitation Services), imaging, and wound care.

Visit us online at: https://www.aikenregional.com

Job Description

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs healthcare services utilizing radiopharmaceuticals to assist in diagnosing and treating disease. They perform Nuclear Medicine procedures, produce images for interpretation by Radiologists, and ensure equipment quality control.

Responsibilities

• Prepares room, equipment, radiopharmaceuticals, and materials for procedures.
• Maintains a clean and stocked procedure room daily.
• Calibrates equipment daily and reports any deficiencies.
• Prepares patients, explains procedures, assists during procedures, and positions patients correctly.
• Sends images to PACS and verifies their availability for interpretation.
• Performs clerical duties, manages files, and handles transportation as needed.
• Practices patient care according to ARMC policy.
• Assists Radiologists during procedures and takes films as requested.
• Schedules exams considering age-related factors for patients from pediatrics to geriatrics.
• Accepts additional work during low patient activity and assists colleagues.
• Implements radiation safety procedures at all times.
• Maintains measurements as per Universal Protocol policy.
• Ensures accurate patient charges and timely documentation.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals, adjusting doses based on patient age and weight.
• Documents verbal and telephone orders per policy (for ARRT licensed staff).
• Rotates to other imaging departments as needed and participates in holiday and on-call rotations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonuses for select positions
• Unlimited employee referral bonuses
• Competitive pay and generous PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage
• Tuition/Certification reimbursement after 6 months
• Recognition programs and a culture of excellence
• Career development opportunities within UHS
• Additional benefits detailed on our website

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology from CAAHEP approved school
• One-year experience preferred
• Current ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification and South Carolina license

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