Description

American Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist with 2+ years of experience to perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures in a hospital setting.

Details

• Cardiology reading unit within a hospital setting
• Day shift, 5x8 hour shifts per week
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree from an accredited nuclear medicine program required
• ARRT registered nuclear medicine technologist required
• Current BLS certification required
• License required if applicable
• 2+ years of experience preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs independently and assist with patient transfers over 100 lbs using proper techniques or mechanical aids
• Frequent standing and walking throughout shift

Additional Information

• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures including radiopharmaceutical preparation, calculation, and administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
• Position and prepare patients for imaging procedures, ensuring comfort and cooperation
• Operate radiation detection and imaging equipment to complete procedures
• Evaluate images for technical quality and proper identification
• Assist licensed practitioners with interventional procedures and verify informed consent
• Perform venipuncture and practice aseptic techniques as needed
• Initiate basic life support actions when necessary
• Maintain patient records and confidentiality per policy
• Provide instruction to students or other healthcare professionals as needed
• Participate in departmental quality assessment and improvement initiatives
• CRASE training required if assignment extends beyond 6 months
• Work in a fast-paced healthcare environment with exposure to infectious materials and PPE protocols