Nuclear Medicine Tech.

Job Description

• Job Summary
  • The Nuclear Medicine Tech performs technical procedures to obtain nuclear imaging of various portions of the body using recognized radiographical techniques to assist physicians in diagnosis of diseases and injuries with a minimum of ionizing radiation being applied. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).
• Working Conditions, Hazards and Physical Effort

  • Numerical ability is necessary to use standard mathematical formulas to calculate percentages of an original dose of radioisotope present in a gland, organ or sample of blood, urine or feces, after an elapsed period of time. Works in a radiation exposure area. Exposure to infectious materials, cuts, and abrasions from equipment. A flexible work schedule is required. Constant physical activity. Strenuous activity involved with moving equipment and patients. Must be able to move or position 25 lb. independently.

• Minimum Qualifications or Equivalents
  • Education: Graduate of AMA approved school of Nuclear Medicine.
    
    Experience: None.
    
    EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Ability to operate radiation exposure equipment and computers.
• Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations
  • Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Techs or certification by an acceptable Nuclear Medicine Certification body.

Position Type

Full Time