nuclear medicine technologist
Core
Performs routine clinical nuclear medicine studies, administers radioactive dosages, and operates imaging equipment for adult and geriatric patients.
Role type
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Builds
Diagnostic imaging studies and patient care services
Domain
Healthcare / Nuclear Medicine
Required skills
Radiopharmaceutical preparation and administration, Gamma camera operation, Radiation safety compliance, Patient positioning and care, Image processing and PACS verification, Quality assurance testing
Preferred skills
Training new staff, Equipment maintenance support, Accreditation process assistance
Technologies
MAK, Syngo, PACS, Lifelinks, RIS computers, EKG machines
Responsibilities
Schedule and perform patient studies, Administer radioactive dosages, Operate gamma cameras and imaging equipment, Process and verify images in PACS, Perform daily quality assurance and wipe tests, Transport patients to procedure rooms
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on clinical staff