Technologist-Nuclear Medicine

Baptist Memorial Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. The role may include additional duties as assigned.

Responsibilities include selecting appropriate technique and positioning, developing treatment plans, documenting per hospital policy, and maintaining equipment in a safe condition.

Qualifications

• Registered by NMTCB or ARRT(N); proof of registry by primary source within 60 days of graduation.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• New graduate who is waiting to take the registry may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards to aid in diagnosis and treatment.
• Develops and implements appropriate procedure plans.
• Maintains documentation to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment and work areas in a safe condition for patient and staff safety.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Completes assigned goals as part of department goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

NMTCB/ARRT(N) registration

BLS certification

State license as required

Job description

Job Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Education

Minimum Required

• Registered by Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Nuclear ARRT(N) or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry. Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 60 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Preferred/Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

• ARRT(N);NMTCB;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED

Preferred/Desired