Role Overview: The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures, ensuring patient safety and delivering high-quality results. They independently set up equipment, position patients, and follow established protocols to obtain optimal images for diagnosis and treatment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Adjust imaging techniques to maximize image quality while maintaining safety standards.
- Operate and maintain imaging equipment, reporting malfunctions promptly.
- Prepare patients through proper positioning, verifying identity, and explaining procedures to reduce anxiety.
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals safely, monitoring patient condition throughout.
- Assist with emergency situations, restock supplies, and ensure a clean, organized work environment.
- Collaborate with team members, support other modalities, and participate in training.
- Document procedures accurately and adhere to quality control standards, ensuring images meet radiologist expectations.
- Follow infection control policies, maintain patient privacy, and demonstrate sterile technique and venipuncture skills.
- Operate within regulatory standards, including Joint Commission requirements, and perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology.
- Minimum of 1 year clinical experience; nuclear medicine experience preferred.
- Certifications: ARRT Nuclear Technology or Certified Nuclear Medicine Tech, BLS or Instructor.
- Strong technical skills, critical thinking, and excellent communication abilities.
- Ability to operate NM equipment, organize workflow, and provide compassionate patient care.
Summary: This role involves performing diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures with expertise, ensuring patient safety, producing quality images, and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams to support optimal patient outcomes.