Nuclear Medicine Tech

Responsibilities Under the direction of the Nuclear Medicine Supervisor or radiologist, this position performs diagnostic/therapeutic procedures, requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. Assumes responsibility for tasks or procedures as assigned; performs data entry operations using appropriate hospital software package. May be required to provide coverage at various locations in the network. Calibrates, administers, and records isotope dosage and examination data. Obtains patient history, performs nuclear medicine studies, and observes patient during procedure to ensure safety and comfort. Transport patient to exam room/table, prepares and maintains room. Obtains and evaluates images for technical quality assurance factors including image laterality marking and annotation as required by Nuclear Medicine procedure protocols. Utilizes RIS, PACS, and other ancillary image management systems as needed. Maintains equipment in efficient operating order; performs and documents all required quality control testing. Contacts service for repair and maintenance as directed. Participates in orientation, training, and inservicing of staff as needed; rotates throughout the department as staffing and volume dictate. Assists in coordination of daily workflow for the department’s activities. Maintains an orderly, clean, and safe environment for patients and staff in assigned area; maintains stock and inventory as assigned. Education High School Diploma or GED and completion of an ARRT or NMTCB accredited Radiography program or US military Radiography training program (Required). Associate’s Degree Preferred. Experience 10 months clinical Nuclear Medicine experience or successful completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program (Required). Licenses & Certifications Certified Nuclear Med Tech (CNMT) AZ State CNMT license and licensure must be provided prior to start date (Required). Either ARRT or NMTCB (Required). Basic Life Support (BLS) healthcare provider course (Required). #J-18808-Ljbffr