Nuc Med Tech PRN

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Under the direction of a director or other supervisor, assumes the responsibility and accountability for producing diagnostic procedures on anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the individual site radiologist. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist (referred to as technologist) maintains a safe environment and conducts patient education as necessary. Under the guidance of a site radiologist, administers nuclear radioisotopes according to site-specific protocols. Technologist follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality. Technologist works in collaboration with all other care disciplines to provide safe, efficient, and coordinated care for patients. Utilizes established policies and procedures of WCCH and maintains clinical competencies through continuing education. He/she must be able to recognize and assess changes in mental and/or physical conditions resulting in life threatening conditions.

• Licensure capable in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Registered and in good standing with American Registry of Radiographic Technologists (ARRT) designated ARRT (N), or equivalent certification
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
• BCLS certified
• At least one year of previous experience in a Nuclear Medicine Technologist strongly preferred.
• Venipuncture proficiency.
• Ability to accept on-call assignments for regularly scheduled shifts when acuity and/or census indicates need. Will be available to report to facility within 60 minutes of notification. This status will be determined by Department Director or Administrator on call.