Nuclear Medicine Technologist II/PET - Atrium Health Morehead Imaging - Weekender FT Days

Department:

36283 Carolinas Medical Center - Radiology: PET: MMP1

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

3x12 hour shifts, Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 0630-19:00

Pay Range

$40.30 - $60.45

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Knowledgeable and competent in the handling of positron emitting radiopharmaceuticals, computers, and scintillation detection equipment. Operates both Nuclear Medicine and PET equipment to obtain diagnostic images or measurements of pharmaceutical distribution in specified body areas.

Major Responsibilities:

• Administers diagnostic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under the supervision of an Authorized User.   
• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing an exam. Contacts ordering physician when there are discrepancies. Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exams being performed.  
• Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.  
• Operates dose calibrators, computers, lab equipment and survey meters.  
• Verifies the correct patient by using appropriate patient identifiers and validates proof of identity. Records medical history on requisitions.  
• Records dose information, patient data, dates, views and other pertinent information on finished exams.  
• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed. Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images and/or measurements as instructed.  

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Registered with NMTCB or ARRT (N) required. Nuclear Medicine Technology and PET experience required.  Must meet all competency requirements of a Nuclear Medicine Tech I. CPR certification required. 

Education Required:

• Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT or NMTCB recognizes in Nuclear Medicine Technology. 

Experience Required:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• This position requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance. May be required to stretch, bend, twist, squat and kneel in performing Diagnostic procedures. Vision and hearing for distances of at least 20 feet is necessary. Able to carry weights of up to 25 pounds while moving film jackets, supplies or equipment to work areas. Significant walking will be required as approximately 50% of work time will be standing. 50% of work time will be operating computers, monitors, survey meters and other equipment requiring manual dexterity and use of the hands. Precision manual dexterity required for venipuncture and radiopharmaceutical administration. 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training<