Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Department: Status: Benefits Eligible: No Hours Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN Mon-Sat/ Variable hours Morehead Medical Plaza PET experience preferred but not required Pay Range: $42.00 - $42.00 Operates radiopharmaceuticals, computers, and scintillation detection equipment on a technical level, not requiring constant supervision. Performs nuclear medicine examinations under the direction of the Radiologist. Operates nuclear medicine equipment to obtain diagnostic images or measurements of the radiopharmaceuticals distribution in the specified body areas and body products. Major Responsibilities: Prepares, administers and documents diagnostic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under the supervision of an Authorized User. Adheres to department radiation safety practices. Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse. Obtains brief patient history and records all pertinent information on finished exams (i.e., dose information patient data, dates, views, etc.). Verifies the patient by using appropriate patient identifiers and prepares patient for the procedure. Explains the procedure to the patient and parents/family members of the patient. Performs organ concentration and excretion measurements to provide diagnostic information of patient illness. Maintains an on-going self-study program to ensure competence and knowledge in new techniques or radiopharmaceuticals. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: Registered by either the ARRT (N) or NMTCB required. BLS required. Education Required: Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT or NMTCB recognizes in Nuclear Medicine Technology. If a new graduate, must be registry eligible with registry completion within 1 year of hire date. Experience Required: N/A Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers. Handling equipment and monitoring supplies. Oral and written communication skills are required to interact with patients and hospital staff. Able to frequently stretch, bend, twist, squat or kneel while operating all radiographic equipment. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 20 feet is necessary. Will be required to carry weights up to 25 pounds. May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, and being near moving equipment. Able to adapt to changes in temperature and humidity. 50% of the work time is standing. 50% of the work time is operating computers, monitors, survey meters and other radiopharmaceutical preparations. All procedures or other job-related tasks involve an inherent potential for mucous -2- membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids/tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes. Use of appropriate protective measures is required. Preferred Experience One year of direct patient care work experience preferred. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. 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