What are the responsibilities and job description for the PET/NM Technologist position at MUSC?
Job Description Summary
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist plays a vital role in assisting physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. This involves preparing patients, operating nuclear medicine equipment, and administering radiopharmaceuticals to obtain high-quality diagnostic images or provide targeted therapy as ordered by physicians.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC000601 CHS - PET / CAT Scan (Main)
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-28
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Work Shift
Key Responsibilities
Administer radiopharmaceuticals and medications to obtain diagnostic images and / or provide targeted therapy as ordered by physicians.
Perform quality care to pediatric through adult patients using professional and ethical judgment along with critical thinking in performing duties.
Requirements
Graduate of an ARRT or NMTCB recognized Nuclear Medicine Program required.
0-2 years in Radiologic experience; Must be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) from the NMTCB or Registered Technologist (RT (N)) from ARRT or registry eligible.
If registry eligible, must obtain certification within 12 months.
Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) required.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.
Working at MUSC
As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist at MUSC, you will work in a dynamic environment alongside a team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for delivering exceptional patient care.
MUSC is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values equality, respect, and empathy.
Equal Employment Opportunity
MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and / or federal regulations.
