Clinical Applications Specialist, Nuclear Medicine
GE HealthcareSalary not specified
Nuclear Medicine Technologist | PRN at Abarca Health
Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, HospitalIndustries
Requirements
- Associate's degree or certificate of completion from an accredited School of Radiology or Nuclear Medicine
- Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) upon hire, or Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire
- Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties
- Ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds
- Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles
- Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE)
- Maintain confidentiality
Responsibilities
- Prepare diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals for administration
- Operate imaging equipment and radiopharmaceutical calibration equipment; assist in preventive maintenance of departmental equipment
- Perform quality control tests on radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment
- Assist in the development and implementation of new procedures
- Follow all Nuclear Regulatory Commission Regulations
- Complete all nuclear medicine exams according to written policy and procedure manual (correct patient doses, waiting periods, camera setup, processing, and filming)
- Assist physicians in performing specific diagnostic Nuclear Medicine exams
- Calculate and administer diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals to patients (IV or oral); maintain accurate records of radionuclides (patient dose, receipt, and disposal of materials)
- Accurately operate nuclear medicine equipment and related computer data systems
- Assist in radionuclide Rx procedures and perform necessary monitoring
- Assist with brachytherapy implant procedures and leaks; perform necessary inventory, testing, and monitoring procedures
- Perform basic and complex in vivo and in vitro nuclear medicine procedures for outpatients to support diagnosis and treatment of diseases
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the pay range for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist position?
The pay range is $34.00 - $51.25, with actual pay rate dependent upon experience.
Is this a remote position, or what is the location requirement?
This is an on-site position at Avera St Luke's Hospital.
What are the key skills or qualifications needed for this role?
Candidates must be able to prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate nuclear medicine imaging equipment, perform quality control tests, follow Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations, and complete nuclear medicine exams according to policy.
What is the work environment like at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital?
It offers a positive work environment as part of a multidisciplinary team with compassion, career growth opportunities, and recognition as a Top 20 Rural Community Hospital and on Forbes' Best-in-State Employers List.
What makes a strong candidate for this PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist role?
Strong candidates can perform essential functions like preparing radiopharmaceuticals, operating equipment, following regulations, and assisting in procedures, with adequate visual acuity and communication skills; flexibility for varied shifts as needed is key.
Abarca Health
Pharmacy Benefit Management services provider
About Abarca Health
Abarca Health provides Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) services, focusing on flexible and user-friendly solutions for health plans, employers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Its main product, the Darwin platform, allows clients to quickly implement and modify benefit designs while ensuring compliance with regulations. Abarca Health manages over $5.3 billion in drug spend and processes 100 million prescription claims annually, offering additional services like home delivery for prescriptions. The company's goal is to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions in the PBM market.
Aventura, FloridaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees
