Nuclear Medicine Technologist

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist works in a fast-paced, high-volume clinic and is responsible for patient studies, patient dosing, and quality control. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for performing brain SPECT scans, as well as related general quality assurance procedures Performing brain SPECT scans Patient preparation of IV Preparation of patient doses Administration of patient doses Processing and printing scan images before end of work day Administration of testing protocols Maintain Odyssey hard drive Maintain an accurate and up to date log book Perform daily quality control on cameras Perform all hot lab duties Daily constancy with two sources Daily surveys Weekly wipe tests Order correct number of isotope vials a day prior to scans Maintain all required documentation Perform semi-annual sealed source leak test Perform quarterly dose calibrator linearity tests Perform annual geometry and accuracy test on dose calibrator Manage medical supplies inventory Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Current Nuclear Medicine Technologist License in applicable state Ability to work efficiently with large patient volumes in a fast paced environment Capable of working with challenging patients Ability to communicate technical information to general public Time management and organization and ability to work independently and within a team are critical. Empathy, emotional stability, ability to relate well to others, good communications skills and above all genuine care and regard for the patient are required Familiarity with brain imaging a plus Familiarity with Picker Prism 3000 system a plus Physical Demands: Frequent typing and viewing of a computer screen Frequent sitting for long periods of time Frequent use of hand and fingers with machines, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, scanner and telephone Frequent hearing, listening and speaking by telephone and in person Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop or bend Occasionally required to lift objects up to 15 lbs. with ability to lift multiple times per day Work Environment: The noise level is usually moderate Work indoors in temperature-controlled environment #J-18808-Ljbffr