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Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET) - First Shift

Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET) - First Shift

Duke HealthDurham, North Carolina, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency / trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

  • This Position is Eligible for a Lump Sum of $3,000 Relocation Reimbursement

Work Week : Monday-Friday 10am-6 : 30pm

General Description of the Job Class

Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests and determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials and measurement instrumentation.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

  • Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma and apparatus for in vitro counting.
  • Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulate radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits. Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Calculate data to include results of patient studies and radioactive decay.
  • Evaluate recorded images for technical quality.
  • Process computerized image data to include function curves and reconstructed SPECT images.
  • Assume care for physical and psychological needs of patient of all ages during an examination, initiates life support measures for patient, if necessary.
  • Maintain inventory of supplies in assigned area; prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing and disposal activities. Maintain records of order, including brachytherapy procedures, receipt and disposal of all radioactive material in the department.
  • Provide instruction and technical guidance to radiologic technology students or other advanced imaging techs; assist in training new employees.
  • Monitor Nuclear Medicine Department with portable survey meter for possible contamination.
  • Performs EKG prep, tracing
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
  • Assist in the development and evaluation of new procedures and techniques to meet the needs of specific protocols as required : consult with physician concerning the application of nuclear medicine procedures and techniques.
  • Administer thyroid therapy to patient that has undergone prior clinical and nuclear medicine diagnosis, insures decay of pharmaceutical and calculates for correct dosage in dose calibrator, observes patient dosage to insure proper treatment under direct supervision of radiologist.
  • Assist in quality assurance program relating to calibration and maintenance of equipment.
  • Assist with the education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, and fellows) as applicable. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
  • DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.
  • Required Qualifications at this Level

    Education

    Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry / certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

    Experience

    None required beyond above education / certification requirements.

    Level I must obtain ARRT or NMCTB certification within 18 months of employment.

    Level II Minimum of two years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine technologist.

    Level III A minimum of four years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.

    Degrees, Licensure, and / or Certification

    ARRT (N) certification and / or NMTCB certification within 18 months of employment.

    BLS certification

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to use office related computer software
  • Possess knowledge of radiation protection and safety
  • General computer knowledge
  • IV placement and management skills
  • Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

    N / A

    Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

    Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends onthe robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

    Essential Physical Job Functions : Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and / or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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