Nuclear Med Tech - Orlando Health - Horizon West - Pool

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Orlando Health is a 3,200-bed system that includes 15 wholly-owned hospitals and emergency departments; rehabilitation services, cancer institutes, heart institutes, imaging and laboratory services, wound care centers, physician offices for adults and pediatrics, skilled nursing facilities, an in-patient behavioral health facility, home healthcare services in partnership with LHC Group, and urgent care centers in partnership with CareSpot Urgent Care. Nearly 4,200 physicians, representing more than 80 medical specialties and subspecialties have privileges across the Orlando Health system, which employs nearly 22,000 team members. Areas of clinical excellence are orthopedics, heart and vascular, cancer care, neurosciences, surgery, pediatric specialties, neonatology, women's health and trauma.

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you'll play a vital role in patient care by:

• Preparing and administering radiopharmaceutical doses for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes
• Performing patient procedures and image processing
• Enhancing and preparing images for physician interpretation

Why Join Orlando Health? Benefits Start Day One!

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• HSA & FSA Options
• Up to 5 Weeks PTO
• Paid Parental Leave & Family Care Support
• Life Insurance & Extended Leave Plan
• Pet & Car Insurance
• 100% Paid Tuition + Loan Repayment Assistance

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures, PET scanning, cardiac stress lab functions, and radiopharmacy tasks as required.
• If dual certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), perform diagnostic CT imaging per guidelines or physician order.
• Exercise professional judgment in all services, maintaining a demeanor that supports quality care.
• Deliver appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Adhere to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Conduct all nuclear medicine dynamic, static, and functional procedures required for specific studies.
• Perform SPECT and SPECT CT imaging per guidelines or physician order.
• Perform PET imaging on a rotational basis as outlined in written procedures or directed by interpreting physician.
• Complete all computer acquisition, processing, and documentation as required.
• Perform quality control on all Nuclear Medicine instrumentation per written procedures or manufacturer guidelines.
• Order and administer radiopharmaceuticals, including positron emitters, as required.
• Maintain records in compliance with Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
• Perform all safety checks as outlined by the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
• Perform venipuncture and evaluate IV access for radiopharmaceutical and medication administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• If dual certified, may also administer contrast per guidelines or physician order.
• Prepare radiopharmaceutical doses, calculate exact patient dosages as required by law, and maintain records.
• Assist in the administration of therapeutic radioactive materials with an authorized user.
• Participate in the corporate ALARA Radiation Safety Program.
• Ensure safety of all customers.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies and applicable federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.

Qualifications

• Education / Training: Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Licensure / Certification: Must meet ONE of the following: Current certification as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) OR Current certification as an (ARRT) (N) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine. Must meet ALL of the following: Current Florida State License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• Experience: No prior experience required. Must have knowledge of Nuclear Medicine equipment, procedures, and radiation safety.