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University of Maryland Medical System

Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

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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.

$63,154 / year median in Maryland

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Requirements Overview Under general supervision, performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures with radioisotope and radiation detection methods. Key Responsibilities
  • Key Responsibility 1 : Executes basic clinical competence in nuclear medicine technology, in all locations across all patient types.
Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications in order to perform patient imaging procedures using nuclear medicine instrumentation. Processes data and enhances digital images using advanced computer technology. Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation. Selects accurate technical factors and appropriateness on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient.
  • Key Responsibility 2 : Applies knowledge of nuclear medicine principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, radiation safety and physics, quality assurance, positioning and patient care skills. Ensures safety and security in the storage and delivery of radiopharmaceuticals. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
  • Key Responsibility 3 : Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
  • Key Responsibility 4 : Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment. Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy.
  • Key Responsibility 5 : Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities. Work Experience Qualifications Education
  • Graduation with a certificate or advanced degree in radiation therapy or nuclear medicine from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Experience
  • 1+ years Licensures/Certifications
  • Registered with American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (N) and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (CNMT)
  • Licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist - State of MD
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification