Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Summary:

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of technical tasks related to the application of radio nuclides to assist physicians in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and abnormalities.

Key responsibilities include positioning patients, maintaining and adjusting nuclear equipment, and maintaining radiographic files. The ideal candidate will have good knowledge of modern procedures used in nuclear medicine examinations, as well as the operation of all types of nuclear equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Positions and instructs patients in preparation for the application of radio nuclides using specialized equipment and procedures
• Makes adjustments to nuclear equipment to correct settings for each examination as prescribed by the attending physician
• Handles emergency situations and reviews the PACS processing of nuclear medicine
• Prepares and maintains records and files of procedures, and purges outdated files as directed
• Troubleshoots equipment failure, makes repairs where possible, and insures equipment is functioning properly on a continuous basis
• Requisitions supplies as needed and consults with referring physicians as required
• May assist in providing training and technical direction to lower-level technicians and nurses in nuclear procedures and processes
• Establishes and maintains effective relations with medical and nursing staff to insure adequate and timely servicing of patients
• May be requested to assist in the development of techniques for procedures and may assist in the use of a variety of equipment and procedures not routinely employed
• Participates in continuing education programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology and effectively uses automated systems to perform work assignments

Qualifications/Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology Program, certification in Nuclear Technology, and current registration with either the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

About Us:

WMC Advanced Physician Services PC offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes health insurance, dental, vision, retirement savings plan, flexible savings account, paid time off, holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.