Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Summary

This position serves as a specialist for advanced and new programs and examinations in nuclear medicine. The role involves providing guidance to students and acting as a resource for staff.

Patient Care Requirement

Yes, this position requires patient care.

Essential Functions

• Independently perform advanced practitioner procedural activities for patients, utilizing correct selection of technical factors and a thorough understanding of nuclear medicine physics to operate equipment at optimal settings for quality procedures.
• Prepare patients for procedures, which may include transporting, transferring, immobilizing, and positioning.
• Explain procedures to patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs.
• Record images as directed for radiologist interpretation.
• May provide direction to staff and students.
• Maintain pertinent records and required documentation regarding radioactive materials upon receipt and prior to administration.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience: 5-7 years in Radiology or a comparable field required.

Licenses and Credentials

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist [CNMT/ARRT-N Certification] – Required.
• Radiologic Technologist and Technician [Nuclear Medicine – State License] – Required.
• Radiologic Technologist and Technician [State License] – Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to effectively evaluate and solve problems.
• Capability to work independently.
• Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
• Good business acumen skills.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking: Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting: Frequently (34-66%), 35 lbs+ (with assistance)
• Carrying: Frequently (34-66%), 20-35 lbs
• Pushing: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching: Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling): Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering): Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling: Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision – Far: Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision – Near: Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking: Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing: Constantly (67-100%)