Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job description :

Pride Health is hiring for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to support our client’s medical facility based in Atlanta GA . This is a travel contract opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Details :

• Competently performs basic to intermediate nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including general and cardiac.
• Reviews patient's medical record to Obtain necessary clinical information including patient history. lab results, and physician orders. obtains medical hustory from patients, and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy,
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural adjunctive medication by proper route per clinician prescription and according to approved exam parameters.
• Competently performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters lor medication administration. Accesses other vascular access devices, as determined by department training and need. Follows correct procedures for handling radioactive materials.
• Understands and implements ALARA measures, Maintains accurate records Of pharmaceutical doses.
• Relays pertinent patient history information to appropriate and , images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
• Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges,
• Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate staff.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pulling. while utilizing proper technique,
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide Care appropriate to the age 01 the patents served. Must demonstrate knowledge o' principles Ot growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data refectve of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate informatior needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his / her needs. and to provide the care reeded as described in the department's polices and procedures, Age—specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

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Additional Information :

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.