Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $2,956 per week

The Good Life MedStaff is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in West Plains, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Discipline : Allied Health Professional
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours, days
• Employment Type : Travel

Job Description : Nuclear Medicine TechnologistPosition Summary : A Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals, operates imaging equipment, and works closely with physicians to diagnose and treat diseases. This role combines technical expertise with patient care and safety practices.Key Responsibilities : Patient Preparation : Interview and screen patients prior to proceduresExplain test procedures and ensure informed consentPosition patients correctly for scansRadiopharmaceutical Handling : Prepare and administer radioactive drugsMonitor patients for adverse reactionsAdhere to safety protocols for storage and disposalImaging and Equipment Operation : Operate gamma cameras, PET / CT scanners, and related equipmentCapture diagnostic images as ordered by a physicianCalibrate and maintain imaging equipmentData Management : Process and analyze scan dataPrepare detailed diagnostic reports for physician interpretationMaintain accurate patient and procedure recordsSafety and Compliance : Follow radiation safety procedures and monitor exposure levelsComply with state, federal, and institutional regulationsParticipate in quality assurance and control programsCollaboration : Work with physicians, radiologists, and other healthcare providersAssist in scheduling and coordinating imaging proceduresTrain and supervise student technologists or new staffQualifications : Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or related fieldCertification by : ARRT (Nuclear Medicine – NM) orNMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board)Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and radiopharmaceuticalsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsLicensure and Certification Requirements by State : Licensing requirements for NMTs vary by state. Here's a general breakdown : States that Require Licensure or Certification : These states require NMTs to be licensed or certified to practice (most accept ARRT or NMTCB certification as a requirement for licensure) : CaliforniaFloridaIllinoisMassachusettsNew YorkOhioTexasWashingtonNew JerseyTennesseeMarylandNevadaOregonWest VirginiaSouth CarolinaAlabamaKentuckyConnecticutRhode IslandStates with No Formal State Licensure (but certification typically required by employers) : These states do not have a state license requirement, but most employers still require ARRT or NMTCB certification : ArizonaColoradoGeorgiaIdahoMontanaNew HampshireSouth DakotaVermontWisconsinWyomingNote : Always check with the state’s Radiologic Health Board or Department of Health for the most current regulations.

The Good Life MedStaff Job ID #31848764. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Radiology : Nuclear Medicine Tech,06 : 00 : 00-14 : 00 : 00

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