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Community Health Systems · 4 months ago

Nuclear Medicene Tech PRN

2500 S WOODWORTH LOOP, PALMER, AK, 99645, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Community Health Systems is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist I to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under physician supervision. The role involves preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, operating imaging equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide high-quality patient care.

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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

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

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Nuclear medicine imagingRadiopharmaceutical preparationRadiation safety proceduresNRC regulations knowledgePatient care skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailEquipment calibrationBCLS certificationLicensed Radiologic TechnologistNuclear Medicine Tech certificationEffective communicationTeam collaborationDocumentation skills