Role OverviewPerform nuclear medicine exams or treatments at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. Responsibilities include patient care, quality control, diagnostic procedures, radiopharmaceutical and adjunctive medication preparation and administration, in vitro diagnostic testing, radionuclide therapy, and radiation safety.
What You Will Do
Perform procedures or examinations upon the order of and for diagnostic interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. Follow protocol and utilize appropriate techniques for use of radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications as a part of a standard protocol to ensure quality diagnostic images and/or results.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Must possess, utilize, and maintain knowledge of radiation safety principles and continually perform and assess quality control measures on equipment and procedures. Must remain sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, assessment, monitoring, and care skills.
Requirements
- Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) or Registry by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist - Nuclear Medicine (ARRT-N)
- Current Certification by NMTCB or ARRT-N
- Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers)
- One (1) year of previous nuclear medicine or PET/CT work experience (preferred)
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Rotating shifts
- Weekend and after hours coverage may be required
- On-call coverage may be required
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