Job Description

Serves as technologist in the Nuclear Medicine department.  Must be able to perform diagnostic nuclear medicine scans using gamma cameras and advanced computer processing.  Must be able to mix radiopharmaceutical kits and administer correct dosages to the patients.  Must follow NRC radiation safety guidelines.  Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

 

The technologist applies principles of radiation protection and the ALARA principle, exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures, recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures, establishes and maintains a good rapport and professional relationship with fellow employees, other departments and the Medical Staff.

MINIMAL ACCEPTABLE JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure/Registration:

Current IN State Radiology LicenseRegistered by the ARRT (RT(N)) or NMTCB (CNMT) 

Certification:

BLS within 30 days of hire

Education:

Certificate of Radiologic Technology from an accredited radiology program or Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program.

Experience:

Nuclear Medicine experience preferred