Nuclear Medicine Technician

Nuclear Medicine Technician

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Schedule:

Full-time, Days

Your Experience Matters

Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Nuclear Medicine Tech joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Join our Imaging Team. Come be a part of a dedicated, patient-focused imaging department where your skills in X‑ray, CT, and MRI help deliver accurate diagnoses and compassionate care. At Haywood Regional Medical Center, we combine advanced technology with a supportive, collaborative work environment that values your expertise and encourages professional growth. Every image you perform makes a difference, helping providers make informed decisions and improving patient outcomes.

How You’ll Contribute

• Administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications for patient imaging and therapeutic procedures.
• Processes data and enhances digital images using advanced computer technology.
• Provides images, data analysis and patient information for diagnostic interpretation or therapeutic procedures.
• Evaluates images to determine the technical quality and calibration of instrumentation.
• Processes the images for radiologist review.

Required Licensure

• Registered ARRT Radiologic Technologist – RT(R)
• AND/OR
• NMTCB or Registered ARRT Nuclear Medicine – RT(N)

Essential Functions

• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Prepares preliminary paperwork for final interpretation by the cardiologist.
• Performs exercise, pharmaceutical, and echo stress tests.
• Recognizes chest pain, arrhythmias with stress testing. Responds/obtains appropriate and immediate assistance as needed.
• Monitors, receives, and stocks stress lab supplies.
• Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoots minor problems, makes adjustments as needed during the procedure and prepares recordings for interpretation.
• Collects and/or reviews pertinent medical, historical, and medication information in order to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician.
• Assists with computerized charting, MUSE, and Paragon.
• Assists with activities to improve department processes, facilitate testing, and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results.

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage – with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period – tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO:
  Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:
  Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being:
  Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Fitness Center Access:

What We’re Looking For

Applicants should have an Associate’s Degree, be a graduate of an approved course in Nuclear Medicine Technology, and one or more years of experience in Nuclear Medicine with a Nuclear Medicine registration. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Licenses:
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist by NMTCB if not grandfathered by the state.

More About Haywood Regional Medical Center

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