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Technologist-Nuclear Medicine
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What they do
A Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs procedures that use radioactive materials to diagnose and treat illnesses. Works under the supervision of a physician, including physicians that specialize in nuclear medicine, in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$74,678 / year median in Arkansas
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Technologist-Nuclear Medicine
Job ID:
38194
Job Category:
Radiology & Imaging
Work Type:
Full Time
Work Schedule:
Days
Department:
Radiology Nuclear Medicine
Facility:
BMH NEA Hospital
Location:
Jonesboro, AR
Overview
Job Summary
Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
Completes documentation as required toply with hospital policies and procedures.
Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Education
Minimum Required
Registered by Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Nuclear ARRT(N) or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry. Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 60 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
Basicputer literacy skills.
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
ARRT(N);NMTCB;BLS
CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
;NEW
GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 60 DAYS OF HIRE
;STATE
LICENSE AS REQUIRED
Preferred/Desired