Nuclear Technologist

As a Nuclear Technologist, you will prepare, measure and administer radioactive isotopes for diagnostic cardiovascular studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment.

Essential Functions of the Role:

• The candidate must prepare, measure and administer radioactive isotopes for diagnostic studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment, under the direction of a physician.
• Use the specific equipment to process studies and prepare images to be interpreted by the physician.
• Perform cardiac scanning to check for areas showing signs of abnormality using SPECT and PET imaging.
• The duties of a PET/ Nuclear Technologist also include conducting patient history taking and answering all relevant queries before the procedure.
• Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage to patients.
• Check in radiopharmaceuticals received by and prepare for pickup by Nuc Pharmacy personnel.
• Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment and cameras.
• Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
• Dispose of radioactive materials following guidelines. 
• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to the patients and provide them with assistance during the test procedures.
• Maintain all records and assist with accreditation of the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) and/or
• ARRT Registration (N)

Desired Qualifications:

Work Environment

This position is a clinical position.

Physical Requirements

This position requires full range of body motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 50 pounds. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Cardiovascular Health Clinic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by Nuclear Technologist, but is not a complete list of the responsibilities, duties, or skills required.  Other duties may be assigned as business needs dictate.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.