Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals to patients undergoing scans for diagnostic purposes. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will use the scanner to create images of various areas of the patient's body which will emit radiation from the drugs to indicate the presences of diseases.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
• Preparing and administrating radiopharmaceuticals orally or by injection or inhalation.
• Explaining the imaging procedure to patients, answering questions and ensuring their comfort while placing them in the appropriate position for scanning.
• Operating imaging equipment, such as SPECT/CT scanners.
• Processing images of the brain, thyroid, bone, heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver on the computer.
• Keeping detailed records of the amount and type of radiopharmaceutical used and of the procedure.
• Producing computer-generated images for interpretation by the physicians.
• Following safety procedures to protect staff and patients from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Maintaining current knowledge of the frequent advances, innovations, and developments in the field.
• Other duties as consistent with this role.

Job Requirements:

Job Knowledge and Skills:

• Operating equipment and ensuring the safety of all medical staff and patients from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Excellent technical and computer skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.

Education and Experience:

• NH license and certification to practice nuclear medicine required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.
• 1 year experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.
• Americans with Disabilities Statement: Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity. Standard of Business Conduct Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.