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Vail Health · 19 hours ago

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

Vail, Colorado, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$44.64/hr - $61.60/hr

2+ years exp

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system, and they are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a PRN position. The role involves preparing and administering radioactive isotopes, operating imaging equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols while providing exceptional patient care.

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Responsibilities

Performs all Nuclear Medicine and PET examinations according to Vail Health protocols

Complies with the State of Colorado for radiation safe practice in the handling of radiopharmaceuticals

Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, send completed examinations to radiologist, and communicate pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure

Monitors supply inventory and notify appropriate staff for ordering when stock is low. Keep exam and dressing rooms stocked and neat

Identifies each patient and reviews exam order for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis. Reviews consistency of all demographic information including physician’s name and signature, patient’s name, and date

Maintains constructive collaborative communication with patients, families, physicians, co-workers and other members of health care team to contribute to continuity of care

Maintains established department policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality assurance, safety, environmental standards, radiation protection standards, infection control standards, and universal precautions

Maintains working knowledge and use of the Vail Health HIS and PACS computer systems to ensure quality patient documentation

Role models the principles of a Just Culture

Performs other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant

Qualification

Nuclear Medicine experienceNuclear Medicine Technology CertificationAmerican Registry of Radiologic TechnologistBasic Life Support certificationHISPACS systemsEnglish language proficiencyCommunication skills

Required

2 years of Nuclear Medicine experience required

Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification (NMTCB) and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Nuclear Medicine (ARRT(N))

Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computer skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved Nuclear Medicine Technology Program