Nuclear Medicine Tech

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nuclear Medicine duties : Utilizes radiation detection to examine internal organ function and structure. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and / or scientific / laboratory jobs. A senior level role requiring broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under limited supervision for routine situations, problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand, provides assistance and / or may lead and train entry level employees and may lead daily operation activities.

Perform Nuclear Medicine procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Perform Nuclear Medicine procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American College of Radiology (ACR) imaging standards and allow the radiologist and / or physician to make a radiological diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and / or procedures as assigned. Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care. Work independently as required and be a clinical / technical resource for students and / or technologists.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTCB) or (ARRT).
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist state license eligible.
• Four (4) years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Basic Life Support Certification.

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Duties and Responsibilities :

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

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