Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Brent Lane/PRN

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for ordering, preparing, measuring and administering radiopharmaceuticals for use in diagnostic studies. He/She is under the direction of physicians licensed to administer radioactive materials. Performs and assists with nuclear medicine studies, is responsible for patient safety protocols, maintains all federal, state, local, and regulatory agency requirements, and participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient.
• Sets up, adjusts, and safely operates nuclear camera(s) and related computers.
• Prepare radioactive isotopes for administration to patients.
• Follow recommended guidelines of the nuclear regulatory commission (NRC) A.L.A.R.A. program.
• Follows federal, state, and local radiation control guidelines for radioisotopes.
• Performs various clerical duties.
• Must be available for on call assignments, as needed.
• Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required and
• Associates Degree Nuclear Medicine Technology Required or Bachelor's Degree Nuclear Medicine Technology Required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Radiology Technologist Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required and
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) NMTCB OR Registered Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology (RTN) ARRT, required upon hire.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Upon Hire Required

Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of state and federal regulations required.
• Proficient in venipuncture procedures.
• Must be able to multi task daily.
• Possesses knowledge of filing systems, telephone etiquette and customer service.
• Computer skills, medical terminology preferred.

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