Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Travel Nuclear Medicine TechnologistSan Antonio, TexasGet all the details (no obligation).OverviewGet StartedFacilityTotalMed OffersSick Leave Accrual in All 50 StatesMental Health SupportHealth Benefits Available on Day One401(k) AvailableExpert Support on All Aspects of Your AssignmentContinuing EducationYour Way Is PaidDrug ScreensCredentialsLicensureHealth/Medical Compliance ItemsTravel reimbursement available up to $1000Start a ConversationTotalMed OffersSick Leave Accrual in All 50 StatesMental Health SupportHealth Benefits Available on Day One401(k) AvailableExpert Support on All Aspects of Your AssignmentContinuing EducationYour Way Is PaidDrug ScreensCredentialsLicensureHealth/Medical Compliance ItemsTravel reimbursement available up to $1000Start a ConversationDescriptionWe are looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) for an immediate travel opening in San Antonio, TX. The right NMT must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.As an Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for the preparation of radiopharmaceutical agents and administering them to patients prior to using a scanner or camera to capture images. NMTs provide technical support to physicians or others who diagnose, care for, and treat patients and to researchers who investigate the uses of radioactive drugs.TasksAs an NMT, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:Attain required approval and signature by nuclear medicine physiciansTransfer, position, and instruct patients in preparation for proceduresOperate the scanner or gamma scintillation camera.Perform procedures including injecting radiopharmaceuticals under the direct supervision of a radiologistProvide assistance to patients during proceduresEnsure the environment is safe at all times for patients and staff by following safety and radiation disposal proceduresMaintain accurate patient recordsUnderstand and use the McKesson PACS systemRequirementsMust have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (N) National Certification with registration in Nuclear Medicine or NMTCB-CNMT, and state-specific licensing when required.NMTs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. NMTs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.Requirements*: ARRT (N), BLS, NMTCB (CNMT), 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.