Travel Nuclear Medicine Tech - $3,028 per week

TotalMed Allied; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Employee assistance programs

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel assignment in West Islip, NY. The role requires 1 year of experience, BLS, ARRT(N) or NMTCB-CNMT certification, and applicable state licensing. You will prepare radiopharmaceuticals, administer them, and operate imaging equipment under radiologist supervision.

The position runs for 13 weeks with 40 hours per week, day shifts, and a travel employment arrangement. Competitive benefits are offered through TotalMed Allied.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• BLS certification and ARRT(N) or NMTCB-CNMT with state licensing where required.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare radiopharmaceuticals and administer to patients.
• Operate scanner or gamma camera.
• Assist physicians and radiologists during procedures.
• Maintain patient records and ensure radiation safety.

Skills

NMT experience

Safety procedures

Radiology assistance

Tools

PACS (McKesson)

Job description

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in West Islip, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) for an immediate travel opening in West Islip, NY. The right NMT must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.

As an Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for the preparation of radiopharmaceutical agents and administering them to patients prior to using a scanner or camera to capture images. NMTs provide technical support to physicians or others who diagnose, care for, and treat patients and to researchers who investigate the uses of radioactive drugs.

Tasks

• Attain required approval and signature by nuclear medicine physicians
• Transfer, position, and instruct patients in preparation for procedures
• Operate the scanner or gamma scintillation camera.
• Perform procedures including injecting radiopharmaceuticals under the direct supervision of a radiologist
• Provide assistance to patients during procedures
• Ensure the environment is safe at all times for patients and staff by following safety and radiation disposal procedures
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system

Requirements

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (N) National Certification with registration in Nuclear Medicine or NMTCB-CNMT, and state-specific licensing when required.

NMTs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. NMTs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*:

ARRT (N), BLS, NMTCB (CNMT), 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1488001. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist - NMT RAD - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1