Part-Time Nuclear Medicine Technologist — Imaging Expert

Intermountain Health; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical procedures and image acquisition to support patient care at Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.

The role requires administering radiopharmaceuticals, IV injections, patient communication, and image optimization using gamma cameras, with compliance to regulatory requirements. Part-time, 20 hours per week, 7:00 am–5:30 pm Thursday and Friday.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent from two-year College or Technical School; or a minimum of one (1) year minimum related experience and/or training.
• Current ARRT (R) (NM) or NMTCB as CNMT registry.
• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing multiple types of gamma cameras, utilizing proper injection techniques while injecting radioisotopes.
• Perform IV puncture, and administer radiopharmaceuticals via IV when indicated.
• Prepare exam room, communicate with the patient, obtain informed consent when necessary, and request an accurate clinical history as necessary for the exam.
• Receive patients, explain method of examination, and position patient.
• Select appropriate imaging techniques and protocols to complete the exam.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals and other medications in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine procedures

Patient injection techniques

Communication with patients

Education

ARRT(R) NM or NMTCB CNMT

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Tools

Gamma cameras

IV insertion techniques

Job description

Intermountain Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical procedures and image acquisition to support patient care at Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.

The role requires administering radiopharmaceuticals, IV injections, patient communication, and image optimization using gamma cameras, with compliance to regulatory requirements. Part-time, 20 hours per week, 7:00 am–5:30 pm Thursday and Friday.