Nuclear Medicine Technologist (2017)

Nuclear Medicine TechnologistPRN Weekend Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist- Pima Heart and Vascular in Tucson, AZDuties and ResponsibilitiesExplains procedure to patients to assure cooperation and optimum test resultsPrepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculate doses, and administers doses, under direction of PhysicianPerforms diagnostic studies on patients as prescribed by Physician, using scanner or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on photographic filmMeasures radioactivity using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectorsFollows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materialsMaintains quality control of all equipmentSafeguard the privacy of patient health informationAttends required meetingsPerforms related work as requiredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust have excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skillsWork well in a team environment as well as independently when necessaryRequirementsMust be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiology TechnologyMust be registered with ARRT or NMTCBBLS/CPR CertificationAbout the Community:Located in PIMA county, Tucson is considered the soul of the Sonoran Desert and the flavor of the Southwest, making it a hotspot for outdoor enthusiasts. Join a community rich in food, arts, culture, and the great outdoors. Tucson International Airport (TUS) off nonstop service to 20+ destination airports, with convenient one-stop connections.