Radiology - Nuclear Med Tech

Cynet Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health seeks a Radiology - Nuclear Med Tech in Philadelphia. Shift 08:00am – 04:30pm with a 30-minute lunch, no weekends, no holidays, no call. Perform routine to moderately complex Nuclear Medicine exams using SPECT, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT.

Must understand radiation safety and patient care during imaging. The role requires a Nuclear Medicine Technology program graduate (associates) and current NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification; BLS/CPR is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of regulations pertaining to nuclear medicine technology practices.
• Familiarity with anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and physics as related to body systems.
• Ability to document radiation exposure and safety precautions.
• Excellent communication, both oral and written, with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine to moderately complex Nuclear Medicine exams using SPECT, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT.
• Ensures radiopharmacy regulations, safety procedures, and patient dose minimization.
• Troubleshoots gamma camera and related equipment; analyzes data for image quality.
• Explains procedures to patients and maintains cleanliness and supplies in the assigned area.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Tools

SPECT

SPECT/CT

PET/CT

Gamma camera

Job description

Radiology - Nuclear Med Tech

Shift Detail: 08:00am - 04:30pm30 min uncompensated lunch breakNo Weekends, No Holidays, No Call

Description:Performs routine to moderately complex Nuclear Medicine examination procedures.These exams are achieved utilizing SPECT, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT.Knowledge of regulations pertaining to nuclear medicine technology practices is required.Familiarity with medical sciences such as anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and physics and their relation to various bodily systems is essential.Understanding of radioactive package types, package surveys, and radioactive materials record management is necessary.Ability to document excessive radiation exposure in the working environment is expected.Effective communication skills, both oral and written, are required for discussing radiation safety precautions.The ability to troubleshoot gamma camera and auxiliary equipment problems is important.Analyzing computer-generated data for technical quality and artifacts and initiating corrective measures is part of the role.Knowledge of medical events requiring documentation and the ability to properly document them is essential, along with recommending actions to the radiation safety officer.Responsible for the quality and quantity of radiographic exams performed to ensure high levels of acceptability of radiographic images while minimizing patient dosage.Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to self, staff, and patients.Responsible for explaining exams to patients to ensure their understanding of procedures and potential hazards.May need to monitor vital signs and recognize allergic reactions, initiating cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required.Responsible for cleanliness and maintaining adequate supplies in assigned areas.Must report equipment malfunctions timely.Professionalism, cooperation, and teamwork with colleagues are expected.Address customer needs while supporting missions effectively.Consistently communicate with customers in a courteous and respectful manner.Provide consistent information to customers according to established policies and procedures.Handle conflicts and problems constructively and appropriately.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Degree/Education:

Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program, at a minimum holding an Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

General Knowledge:

Possess the ability to pass a government background check/security clearance.Possess at least one year of Nuclear Medicine experience in the last 2 years

Certifications:

AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS)

Licensure:

Current certification from Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT(N))