Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist – PET/CT & Therapies

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform a full range of routine and complex radionuclide studies, including PET/CT, in the Nuclear Medicine Section.

You will calibrate and administer radiopharmaceuticals under an authorized user, perform quality control procedures, operate imaging and related equipment, and maintain ALARA standards and patient safety. Certification (NMTCB or ARRT N), U.S.

Qualifications

• Certification in nuclear medicine technology required (NMTCB or ARRT(N).
• Accredited nuclear medicine program evidenced by degree/certificate.
• Structured clinical training in radiation safety and radiopharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs routine and special radionuclide imaging studies (planar, SPECT, PET/CT).
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals under an authorized user and ensures patient safety.
• Performs quality control and operates imaging, laboratory, and computer instrumentation.

Skills

Imaging procedures

Radiopharmacology

ALARA safety

Quality control

Independent judgment

Education

NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification

Nuclear medicine program accreditation

Tools

NMIS system

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform a full range of routine and complex radionuclide studies, including PET/CT, in the Nuclear Medicine Section.

You will calibrate and administer radiopharmaceuticals under an authorized user, perform quality control procedures, operate imaging and related equipment, and maintain ALARA standards and patient safety. Certification (NMTCB or ARRT N), U.S.