Nuclear Medicine Technologist - FT
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$72,450 - $122,780 a year
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Profession: Allied Health, Radiology
Type: Full Time
Nuclear Medicine Technologist- FT
MLee Healthcare is partnering with a local regional hospital to fill a position for a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist. This role involves using radioactive isotopes and advanced imaging techniques to assist in medical diagnoses and provide exceptional patient care. As part of a collaborative healthcare team, the technologist will perform a range of procedures that produce diagnostic images for interpretation by a radiologist, ensuring patient safety and high standards of care.
Essential Functions:
- Verify patient identification and ensure all necessary information is accurate and complete before each procedure.
- Complete patient information sheets and gather relevant medical history prior to exams.
- Prepare and administer various radioactive materials, including intravenous injections.
- Operate and adjust nuclear medicine equipment, selecting appropriate settings for optimal imaging results.
- Position patients to best demonstrate the area of interest and determine the most effective technical factors for high-quality images.
- Implement radiation protection principles to minimize exposure to patients, staff, and oneself.
- Evaluate images for technical quality and proper identification, and address any patient concerns.
- Ensure images are correctly sent to the PACS system, verify their accuracy, and present them to the radiologist before patient dismissal.
- Possess knowledge of EMR/PACS computer systems.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Requirements:
- Comprehensive understanding of Nuclear Medicine and PET exams.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program is preferred.
- Certification by ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) is required.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in Nuclear Medicine is preferred.
- Proficient in using PACS/EMR systems.
Benefits:
- Health, Dental, Vision
- PTO
- 401(k)