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C0007 Franciscan Health Lafayette
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PRN Alternating - Lafayette)
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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.
$56,256 / year median in Louisiana
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus 1701 S Creasy Ln Lafayette, Indiana 47905 The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for the successful data collection and image acquisition of metabolic processes outlined in Nuclear Medicine procedures and therapies. This position measures, prepares, administers, and documents the use of radioactive isotopes in diagnostic, therapeutic, and routine studies using a variety of molecular imaging machines and related supporting equipment. The technologist adheres to desirable performance standards by demonstrating accuracy, proficiency, and initiative. Success in this position is achieved by a technologist who is both knowledgeable and offers a capacity for new information. Rendering optimum data and images will also depend on the technologist's attention to detail, timeliness and consistent regard for safety. As a member of this Nuclear Medicine team the technologist can expect to be supported, informed, involved, and accountable.
WHO WE ARE
With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Clean, maintain, and restock examination and inventory rooms. Collaborate on patient medical issues with the physician to determine protocol and procedure. Complete all exams, procedures, therapies in nuclear medicine; obtain the most optimal images and evaluate, process and submit for physician interpretation according to policy and protocol. Confirm patient identify and obtain and record patient identification, medical history, or test results. Perform venous punctures, utilize universal precautions while administering radiopharmaceuticals. Practice established safety guidelines and utilize ALARA radiation reduction tools and techniques. Qualifications Required Associate's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Basic Life Support Program (BLS)- American Heart Association required NM license
- required Nuclear Medicine Technician Certification Board (NMTCB)
- required Nuclear Medicine Technology (ARRT-N)
- required