Position Summary Prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostic and therapeutic studies, utilizing a variety of equipment and following prescribed procedures. For the full job description and to apply, visit jobs.wustl.edu,

Job ID:

JR93084

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Performs nuclear medicine imaging and therapy (preparing the dose, administration, camera QC, etc.). Primary liaison to PI in developing plans for research projects that includes nuclear medicine studies and discussing the interpretation of results; collaborates in the preparation of manuscripts for publication and preparation of grant/trial proposals to sponsoring entities; assists in the preparation of study budgets, amendments to protocols, and/or modifications to study design as appropriate. Responsible for the development of forms, questionnaires, and the application of research techniques; assists in writing instructional procedure manuals for study progress, data collection and coding, transfer of data, and maintenance of databases in accordance with research protocols and regulatory procedures. Reviews journals, abstracts, and scientific literature and attends scientific meetings, when possible, to keep abreast of new developments and to obtain information regarding previous studies to aid in the planning of new studies. In conjunction with PI, designs, implements, and manages all phases of study/protocol; ensures compliance with protocol guidelines and requirements of regulatory agencies. Prepares/submits new and renewal research applications to WUSM regulatory bodies (PRMC, HRPO, RDRC). Identifies problems and/or inconsistencies and monitors participants' progress to include documentation and reporting of adverse events; resolves IRB/protocol management issues and recommends corrective action as appropriate. Serves as liaison with funding or sponsoring agencies/entities. Prepares/submits new and renewal Investigational New Drug (IND) for research applications to Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Provides guidance to members of the research team in the implementation and evaluation of clinical research. Ensures that technologists performing imaging studies follow protocols to the satisfaction of the PI. Trains new staff; may serve as lead or as a point of reference for other research coordinators for questions, staff scheduling, and feedback on performance. Evaluates and interprets collected clinical data in conjunction with PI as appropriate; prepares oral or written presentations or reports and analyses setting forth progress trends and provides recommendations or conclusions of the same. Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculates doses and administers doses under the direction of a physician. Calibrates equipment. Performs diagnostic studies on patients as prescribed by physician using scanners or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on photographic film. Measures radioactivity, using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectors. Administers therapeutic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under direction of physician. Follows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials. Renders appropriate patient care. Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and assist them during procedures. Performs PET and other designated research studies in accordance with necessary study procedures so that studies are completed as designed.

Required Qualifications Education:

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role. Certified Nuclear Medicine Technology (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

Work Experience:

Nuclear Medicine (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position. EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Pay:

$70,600.00 - $109,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Nuclear Medicine:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technology (CNMT) (Preferred) Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person