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Valley Health System
NUCLEAR MED TECH
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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.
$73,390 / year median in Virginia
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Department
NUCLEAR MEDICINE-OPDC - 207052
Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift Pay Range $37.22 - $55.84 Job Description The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs a variety of complex imaging and non-imaging tests on patients of all ages from neonatal to geriatric, which require professional judgment and interaction with patients, physicians, and other allied health care professionals. He/she is able to work independently although technical supervision assistance is always available. Knowledge of Nuclear Medicine, Positron Imaging, radiation safety and the ability to evaluate the results along with the ability to determine the need for concomitant or additional studies is required. Certification & Licensures ARRT (N), ARRT(R), or NMTCB certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist required- BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved required
- and/or successful completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology or Radiologic Technology training program
- New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.