Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

Baptist Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to oversee patient flow, coordinate exam assignments, and perform nuclear medicine procedures under radiologist supervision. The role emphasizes quality imaging, safety, and patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating with radiologists and staff, collecting patient histories, using EPIC for documentation, and assisting with invasive procedures as needed, while maintaining compliance with safety

Qualifications

• CNMT and/or ARRT(N) certification required; BLS Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily flow of patients and coordinate exam assignments.
• Perform nuclear medicine procedures with minimal supervision.
• Ensure quality images and adherence to safety standards.
• Collect patient histories and coordinate with radiologist and staff.
• Assist radiologist in exams and invasive procedures as needed.
• Use EPIC for charting and information management.

Skills

Patient coordination

Radiation safety

Quality imaging

Independent judgment

EPIC proficiency

Education

Technical Diploma

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

PRN / 8-hour shifts

Start times will vary between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM, depending on department needs.

Under the direction of the department supervisor, will oversee the daily flow of patients through the department and coordinate daily exam assignments. perform nuclear medicine procedures at a technical level requiring minimal supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation and other forms of energy. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.

• Responsible for all records and charting of information related to individual cases.
• Collects patient histories and other related information, coordinating and communicating with the radiologist and all others as needed.
• Follows department protocols and produces quality images for each exam.
• Provides immobilization as required and protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Continuously monitors the patient through the exam.
• Assist Radiologist with exam when necessary and with invasive procedures
• Effectively uses the EPIC
• Assists physicians in performance of Nuclear and PET examinations by preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals under the directions of a radiologist.

Requirements:

• Technical Diploma
• CNMT and/or ARRT(N), and BLS Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy required

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.