Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs a variety of nuclear medicine procedures demonstrating independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. Provides physicians with high-quality diagnostic images for interpretation and provides patients and their families with the highest standard of care. The technologist performs procedures promptly and courteously, resulting in high-quality images. Physicians receive requested exams in a reasonable time, and the technologist maintains excellent communication with the healthcare team and physicians. Education Graduation from a 2-year AMA approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology or a school of Radiologic Technology. Experience Clinical rotation through a hospital setting during training or one-year experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Licensure / Registration / Certification Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology or Nuclear Medicine, and/or certified by the National Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. Other Skills and Qualifications CPR training. Ability to make independent decisions. Demonstrate leadership ability. Good interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated in direct patient care. Encourages proper training and supervision of student technologist rotating through the Nuclear Medicine department. Work Environment Due to indirect or direct contact, you may be at risk for exposure to tuberculosis, bloodborne pathogens (including HIV and Hepatitis B) and/or other potentially infectious diseases. Exposure to radioactive materials. Personal Protective Equipment is required for patient exposure. Responsible for call duty after regular hours on a rotating basis. Physical Requirements Walking and standing throughout shift. Pushes and pulls stretchers and wheelchairs occupied with patients throughout the shift. Lift patients daily with assistance. After regular hours callbacks required on emergency basis during call duty. Age Specific Served Newborn Infant Child Adolescent Adult Geriatric #J-18808-Ljbffr