Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Casual Call

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for operating nuclear medicine equipment and administrating radioisotope injections to patients to produce high-quality diagnostic scans.

Other duties include:

• Maintain and operate cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.
• Practice and implement radiation safety policies and procedures for ordering, preparing, administering, and disposing of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
• Competently performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters for medication administration.
• Ensure prompt submission of high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers, and patient data/history).
• Understands and implements ALARA measures while maintaining accurate records of pharmaceutical doses.
• Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Uses lock/tag-out equipment when appropriate.
• Position patients and select anatomic and technical factors accurately.
• Maintain, develop, and implement protocols for new and revised procedures.
• Keep and maintain documentation required for the state license.
• Responsible for keeping current Nuclear Medicine skills and new developments in the field of nuclear medicine.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly department.
• Nuclear Medicine Technologists are expected to undergo cross-training in CT, and training will be provided to team members within their first year of hire.

 Requirements: Graduate of an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine.

Credential/License Required: Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist; BLS certified.

Shifts: Working Casual call, meaning you work as needed.