Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Responsibilities include administering radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and documenting patient care.

Preferred candidates will have experience in nuclear medicine technology, relevant certifications, and a degree from an accredited program. The position involves Monday to Friday schedules with on-call weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduation with a certificate or degree in radiation therapy or nuclear medicine from an accredited program.
• 1+ years of experience preferred.
• Registered with ARRT (N) or CNMT, and licensed in the State of MD.

Responsibilities

• Executes nuclear medicine procedures with radioisotopes and radiation detection methods.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals for patient imaging procedures.
• Documents patient care activity in electronic health records.

Skills

Clinical competence in nuclear medicine technology

Data analysis

Radiation safety and physics knowledge

Patient care skills

Computer technology skills

Education

Associate Degree or Bachelor degree

Graduation with a certificate or degree in radiation therapy or nuclear medicine

Tools

Electronic health records systems

Nuclear medicine instrumentation

Job description

Overview

Under general supervision, performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures with radioisotope and radiation detection methods.

Responsibilities

• Executes basic clinical competence in nuclear medicine technology in one location across all patient types. Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications to perform patient imaging procedures using nuclear medicine instrumentation. Processes data and enhances digital images using advanced computer technology. Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation. Selects accurate technical factors and appropriateness on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
• Applies knowledge of nuclear medicine principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, radiation safety and physics, quality assurance, positioning and patient care skills. Ensures safety and security in the storage and delivery of radiopharmaceuticals. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
• Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
• Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment. Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleagues when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy.
• Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities.

Work Experience

Education

Graduation with a certificate or advanced degree in radiation therapy or nuclear medicine from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Experience

Accepting new grads

1+ years Preferred

Licensures/Certifications

• Registered with American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (N) and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (CNMT)
• Licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist - State of MD
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Preferred Education

Associate Degree or Bachelor degree

Licensures/Certifications

• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board NCT
• Licensed Radiographer - State of MD

Schedule

Monday-Friday as needed
Weekends on call