Description
The Nuclear Med Technologist competently, performs standard, specialty and complex Nuclear Medicine procedures with little or no supervision, utilizing radio pharmaceuticals with accuracy, producing quality studies under a variety of conditions. Prepares radio pharmaceuticals for administration to the patient. Performs venipuncture and catheterization duties as needed. Sound knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology and Nuclear Medicine principals. Performs quality control procedures to ensure federal, state, and departmental standards/requirements are met. Assists in monitoring the daily quality assurance of the unit, while ensuring the equipment is operating according to manufacturer's specifications. Assists in the identification and resolution of work process issues within the department. Applies the professions code of ethics in all aspects of practice. Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in Environment of Care.
Requirements
Education
- High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required)
- Program Nuclear Medicine (required) Or Formal training in Nuclear Medicine (required)
- College Degree - 2 year (preferred)
- College Degree - 4 year (preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
- BLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire or transfer into position (required)
- CTNM - CA Certified Tech, Nuc Med Lic (required)
- CNMT - Cert Nuc Med Technologist (preferred) Or RT-N - ARRT Reg Tech Nuclear Med (preferred)
Work Experience
- Minimum five (5) years Nuclear Medicine (required)
- Pediatric Nuclear Medicine (preferred)
Skills and Abilities
- Bilingual Skills Preferred
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
