Job Summary
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Specialty: Nuclear Medicine) in en_US is responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures utilizing radionuclides and radiation detecting equipment. This role requires precise execution of imaging procedures, equipment operation, patient positioning, quality control, and radiopharmaceutical management to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Job Details
- Position Description: The Nuclear Medicine Technologist uses multidisciplinary skills to perform a variety of procedures using sealed and unsealed radionuclides and radiation detecting equipment in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Required Qualifications: Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology (CNMT) or ARRT (N) License, CPR certification, Graduate from an AMA approved program in Nuclear Medicine Technology, and a minimum of 6 months of related experience.
- Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Performs technical exams accurately and in a timely fashion, including operation of equipment, patient transfer, and correct positioning. Responsible for performing and documenting quality control on all equipment, preparing, administering, disposing of, and documenting radiopharmaceuticals, pharmaceuticals, oral contrast, and IV contrast under physician direction, while following regulatory standards. Maintains detailed records of radioisotope handling in compliance with NRC, DEQ, and facility policies. Schedules exams, verifies physician orders, and coordinates with medical records. Maintains cleanliness and stock of supplies, and may cross-train in other department technologies for optimal utilization. Coordinates activities with other healthcare professionals and works directly with patients and internal or external customers.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
