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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Nuclear Medicine TechnologistAkumin • Burien, WA
Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Akumin • Burien, WA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Our PET/CT technologists use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease. With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way. They show their technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality PET/CT images/studies possible—enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence. And, because our techs work in a variety of environments—a freestanding outpatient center, a mobile coach, or a hospital-based/inpatient facility—their flexibility allows them to deliver the absolute best imaging care at any access point.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Responsible for patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection technique, etc. and radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with radioactive materials/patients.

  • Produces high quality diagnostic images.

  • Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.

  • Trains new technologists and/or PC's.

  • Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and peripheral equipment (including: monitors, PACS, coils, etc.).

Position Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

  • Certification in Nuclear Medicine by the NMTCB or ARRT (N) required.

  • State license, as required.

  • CPR certification required.

  • As applicable, valid state driver’s license.

  • 1-2 years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies preferred.

  • Ability to work at several locations

  • Strong customer service skills.

  • Organizational and multi-tasking skills.

  • Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

  • Local travel may be required.

  • The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.

  • All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to radioactive isotopes and ionizing radiation. May be exposed to radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

More than 50% of the time:

  • Sit, stand, walk.

  • Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

  • See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

  • Stoop, kneel or crawl.

  • Climb and balance.

  • Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

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