Nuclear Medicine Technologist — Safe Scans & Patient Care

FMOL Health; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health is seeking a Nuclear Medical Tech 1 to prepare patients for NM examinations, acquire images, and help ensure safety by minimizing exposure to radiation. You will perform calibrations, operate equipment, and educate patients and families under supervision as you develop expertise.

Responsibilities include teaching staff on Nuclear Medicine principles, optimizing examinations per protocols, and ensuring ALARA safety through accurate data acquisition and patient care across all ages.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Tech program.
• Current license in LA as RNMT.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Good critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Taught Nuclear Medicine principles to staff and students as required by organization and supervisors' direct observation.
• Policies and protocols are adhered to ensuring all examinations are optimized for interpretation, per department standards.
• Provide appropriate adult/geriatric/pediatric patient care, and assess data based on patient age and status.
• Correct computer acquisition and processing for nuclear procedures as demonstrated by physician satisfaction.
• Assist Radiologist/physician in examinations using standard protocols and sterile technique.
• Explain procedures to patients and families to ease anxiety and ensure cooperation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate of accredited Nuclear Med Tech program

Job description

FMOL Health is seeking a Nuclear Medical Tech 1 to prepare patients for NM examinations, acquire images, and help ensure safety by minimizing exposure to radiation. You will perform calibrations, operate equipment, and educate patients and families under supervision as you develop expertise.

Responsibilities include teaching staff on Nuclear Medicine principles, optimizing examinations per protocols, and ensuring ALARA safety through accurate data acquisition and patient care across all ages.