Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Cancer Center/Radiation
Non-Exempt –Full Time
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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: By or under the direction of the requesting physician or the reading physician, perform ordered examinations of patients for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of patient illness.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs ordered examinations of appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of Utah Cancer Specialists and / or reading physician.
- Performs or assists in the preparation and administration of PRRT treatments and other radiopharmaceutical treatments.
- Maintains technical competency through continued education and participation in company sponsored training programs.
- Under guidelines of set practices, administers contrast agents and/or radiopharmaceuticals according to site-specific protocols.
- Completes and signs the Patient Screening form and reviews/explains the procedure to the patient.
- Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
- Maintains a clean environment inside and outside of injection and scan rooms.
- Completes necessary administrative tasks. i.e.: time reports, billing, QA, etc.
- Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains patient confidentiality.
- Cooperates with facility healthcare professionals and complies with facility policies/procedures.
- Complies with all safety policies and regulations including radiation safety.
- Maintains current licensure and permits to practice.
- Performs additional duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- A.R.R.T. (N) and/or NMTCB and State License are required.
- A minimum of one year of prior nuclear medicine experience is required.
- Must be proficient in starting IVs.
- PET/CT experience
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist
AA/EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person