Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radioisotopes and radiation detection methods. The role involves preparing radiopharmaceuticals, selecting technical factors, and providing high-quality images for physician interpretation.

Responsibilities include safety, documentation in EHRs, equipment maintenance, and participation in quality improvement and training activities within the

Qualifications

• Graduate-level certificate or degree in radiation therapy or nuclear medicine.
• ARRT (N) or CNMT certification required.
• MD licensure as Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• BCLS certification required.
• NCT certification preferred or required by state agencies.
• 1+ years experience preferred; new grads accepted.

Responsibilities

• Executes nuclear medicine procedures across all patient types in one location.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and adjunct medications for imaging.
• Processes data and enhances digital images using computer systems.
• Documents care and images in electronic health records for diagnostic interpretation.
• Ensures safety, maintains supplies, and reports equipment or environmental issues.

Education

Certificate or advanced degree in radiation therapy or nuclear medicine

Associate or Bachelor's degree

ARRT (N) Certification

Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (CNMT)

Licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist – State of MD

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

NCT Certification

Licensed Radiographer – State of MD

Job description

Job Requirements

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

Job Requirements

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

Work Experience

Key Responsibilities

• Executes basic clinical competence in nuclear medicine technology, in one location across all patient types. Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications in order 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 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 colleague 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.

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 /Bachelor's degree

Licensures/Certifications

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

Schedule

Monday-Friday as needed

Weekends on call