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Northwest Healthcare Tucson · 3 weeks ago

Nuclear Med Tech

Tucson, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Northwest Healthcare Tucson is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist I 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.

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Responsibilities

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

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Nuclear medicine proceduresRadiopharmaceutical preparationRadiation safety proceduresLicensed Radiologic TechnologistBCLS certificationNRC regulationsEffective communicationProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail