Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Faunsdale, MS $72,350 - $122,740 a year

Profession: Allied Health Radiology

Job Type: Full Time

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

MLee Healthcare is partnering with a local regional hospital to fill a position for a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist. This role involves using radioactive isotopes and advanced imaging techniques to assist in medical diagnoses and provide exceptional patient care. As part of a collaborative healthcare team, the technologist will perform a range of procedures that produce diagnostic images for interpretation by a radiologist, ensuring patient safety and high standards of care.

Essential Functions:

• Verify patient identification and ensure all necessary information is accurate and complete before each procedure.
• Complete patient information sheets and gather relevant medical history prior to exams.
• Prepare and administer various radioactive materials, including intravenous injections.
• Operate and adjust nuclear medicine equipment, selecting appropriate settings for optimal imaging results.
• Position patients to best demonstrate the area of interest and determine the most effective technical factors for high-quality images.
• Implement radiation protection principles to minimize exposure to patients, staff, and oneself.
• Evaluate images for technical quality and proper identification, and address any patient concerns.
• Ensure images are correctly sent to the PACS system, verify their accuracy, and present them to the radiologist before patient dismissal.
• Possess knowledge of EMR/PACS computer systems.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Requirements:

• Comprehensive understanding of Nuclear Medicine and PET exams.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program is preferred.
• Certification by ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Nuclear Medicine is preferred.
• Proficient in using PACS/EMR systems.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision
• PTO
• 401(k)