Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

The role

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist prepares, positions, and scans patients for Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT exams. This role involves administering radioactive isotopes and operating imaging equipment.

What you will do

• Performs all Nuclear Medicine and PET examinations according to Vail Health protocols.
• Complies with the State of Colorado for radiation safe practice in the handling of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Reviews each examination for technical accuracy.
• Sends completed examinations to radiologist.
• Communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient.
• Monitors supply inventory and notifies staff for ordering.
• Keeps exam and dressing rooms stocked and neat.
• Identifies each patient and reviews exam order for consistency.
• Maintains constructive collaborative communication with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers.
• Maintains department policies, quality assurance, safety, and radiation protection standards.

Required qualifications

• 2 years of Nuclear Medicine experience
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification (NMTCB) and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Nuclear Medicine (ARRT(N))
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary for online learning and documentation
• Working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
• Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved Nuclear Medicine Technology Program
• Must be HIPAA compliant

About the company

Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility is located centrally in Vail.