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Nuclear Medical Techno I

Community Health Systems • Bullhead City, AZ • 1d ago

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Position Type: Full-Time, Day

Benefits:

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment up to $10k

Competitive pay

"This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer."

Job Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I is responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under the supervision of a physician. This role includes preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, operating imaging equipment, ensuring radiation safety, and maintaining accurate records in compliance with regulatory standards. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I collaborates with Radiologists, Cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic imaging and high-quality patient care.

Essential Functions

Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies, following established protocols and physician orders to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.

Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously or orally, adhering to safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and facility policies.

Assesses patient condition before procedures, verifying proper identification, screening for contraindications, and ensuring the appropriateness of the exam.

Operates and calibrates nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and PET scanners, ensuring optimal image acquisition and quality control.

Performs routine quality control (QC) checks on imaging equipment and maintains accurate documentation for Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or state regulatory compliance.

Ensures proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials, following all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Demonstrates knowledge of disease abnormalities and physiological processes, recognizing when additional imaging views or modifications are needed to enhance diagnostic accuracy.

Responds to and reports isotope spills, ensuring compliance with radiation safety officer (RSO) protocols and regulatory reporting guidelines.

Provides clear instructions to patients and family members, explaining the procedure, potential side effects, and post-procedure care as needed.

Documents all procedures, radiopharmaceutical usage, and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR), ensuring accuracy and compliance with facility policies.

Collaborates with department leadership, Radiologists, and vendor(s) to update protocols on the NucMed scanners.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-2 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical or hospital setting required

2-4 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in nuclear medicine imaging techniques, radiopharmaceutical preparation, and radiation safety procedures.

Strong knowledge of NRC, state, and federal regulations for nuclear medicine and radiation protection.

Ability to recognize abnormal scan results and identify technical errors to improve imaging accuracy.

Effective communication and patient care skills, ensuring comfort and understanding throughout procedures.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, particularly in equipment calibration and image optimization.

Attention to detail in record-keeping, documentation, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with radiologists, cardiologists, and other healthcare providers.

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required

(N) ARDMS or ARRT - Nuclear Med Tech required or

NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Tech required

BCLS - Basic Life Support required

INDSURGIMG

To apply, please email jessica_perez6@chs.net

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

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