Nuclear Medical Technologist

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Day Shift, weekend and holiday rotation. On call until 10pm rotation.

Part time

Day Shift

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for reviewing the Physician Order, reason for exam, preparing the patient, preparing and administering the radiopharmaceutical, positioning, and performing NM imaging of patients. The NM Technologist works closely with NM leadership and the Radiologist to produce the most diagnostic images possible in accordance with the department protocols. The NM Technologist operates a variety of Hot Lab equipment, as well as diagnostic NM imaging equipment, to obtain images of the anatomy of interest for interpretation by Radiologists, with attention to As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) concepts.

The NM Technologist processes the images as required per specific diagnostic protocols. The NM Technologist may also assist the physician with the administration of therapeutic radionuclides. The NM Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, with integrity and initiative and is able to perform exams with minimum supervision.

• Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist program, or Associate in Applied Science degree and registered as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• One year NM experience preferred
• Must have good working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, be proficient in venipuncture and quality control procedures and operation of Hot Lab and NM imaging equipment.

• Receives patients and explains procedures prior to and throughout the exam. Observes patient condition for additional pertinent information relative to the ordered test, such as, coherence, ability to comply with exam specifications, pregnancy, physical contraindications, physical status, etc.
• Consults with staff professionals to obtain appropriate information concerning the patient’s physical condition, preliminary diagnosis, and care/intervention necessary to perform specified diagnostic procedures.
• Calculates radionuclide activity to be administered in accordance with protocols for ordered procedures. Prepares appropriate dosage and volume of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Performs quality control procedures to ensure pharmaceutical quality of agents before administering to patients. Maintains sterility and integrity of prepared radiopharmaceutical compounds.
• Prepares imaging devices for studies in accordance with protocols for ordered exam.
• Assists patient in assuming the correct anatomical position for imaging.
• Administers the dose of radiopharmaceuticals to patients undergoing Nuclear Medicine procedures; intravenously, orally or by inhalation.
• Performs standard Nuclear Medicine dynamic, static and/or SPECT and SEPCT-CT imaging procedures on patients, which include adjusting equipment to encompass the area of study.
• Adjusts controls on equipment in accordance with prescribed procedures to produce information of required diagnostic quality.
• Monitors and maintains patient’s ancillary equipment, such as, supplemental oxygen and IV lines.
• Observes patient for change-in-status and follows prescribed protocols for intervention or notifies appropriate staff, as needed.
• Evaluates and performs special imaging positioning or examination techniques, as needed or requested by the Nuclear Medicine physician.
• Prepares specialized radiopharmaceuticals for either in‑vitro or in‑vivo labelling method. Prepares patient blood samples for transport to outside vendors for radiolabeling.
• Practices sterile, isolation and aseptic techniques and maintains documentation of infection control activities.
• Coordinates patient schedules and examinations with other diagnostic sections within the department and other services throughout the health center and outpatient satellite facilities.
• Facilitates communication with other physicians and other health care…