Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Responsible for performing brain SPECT scans, as well as related general quality assurance proceduresPerforming brain SPECT scansPatient preparation of IVPreparation of patient dosesAdministration of patient dosesProcessing and printing scan images before end of workdayAdministration of testing protocolsMaintain Odyssey hard driveMaintain an accurate and up to date logbookPerform daily quality control on camerasPerform all hot lab dutiesDaily constancy with two sourcesDaily surveysWeekly wipe testsOrder correct number of isotopes vials a day prior to scansMaintain all required documentationPerform semi-annual sealed source leak testPerform quarterly dose calibrator linearity testsPerform annual geometry and accuracy test on dose calibratorManage medical supplies inventoryQualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Current Nuclear Medicine Technologist License in applicable stateAbility to work efficiently with large patient volumes in a fast-paced environmentCapable of working with challenging patientsAbility to communicate technical information to publicTime management, organization, and ability to work independently and within a team are critical.Empathy, emotional stability, ability to relate well to others, good communications skills and above all genuine care and regard for the patient are requiredFamiliarity with brain imaging a plusFamiliarity with Picker Prism 3000 system a plus

Created: 2025-01-16