Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

About the Role

This position is responsible for preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals to patients of all ages and performing nuclear medicine studies using imaging and ancillary equipment.

• Reports directly to Lead Technologist - Nuclear Medicine
• Reports indirectly to Head
• Count Managed
• Number of Direct Reports
• Number of Indirect Reports
• Financial Accountability
• ROLE INTERACTS DIRECTLY WITH TITLE/DEPARTMENT FREQUENCY TYPE OF INTERACTION
• KEY DECISIONS THE ROLE MAKES AND THE EXTENT OF THE IMPACT OF THE DECISION
• PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Performs radiopharmaceuticals kit preparations and quality control according to department procedure and manufacturer specifications
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals in compliance with established regulations and accreditation agencies
• Explains procedures to patient and gives proper instructions
• Performs quality control and quality assurance procedures
• Performs regular procedures on instrumentation, including dose calibrators, scintillation well counter and thyroid probe and scintillation cameras, to ensure that they operate as planned
• Performs nuclear imaging and counting procedures according to department protocols
• Calibrates nuclear imaging and counting instrumentation prior to patient procedure
• Positions patient to obtain optimum resolution images and acquires analog/digital images as prescribed
• Labels finished hard copies with proper identification and checks films with physician
• Ensures radiation safety by adhering to appropriate and established regulations
• Maintains required record keeping and documentation
• ROLE LEVEL ACCOUNTABILITIES
• KEY OUTPUT / RESULTS FROM THE ROLE (KPI'S)
• KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR MEASURE TARGET
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Typical physical demands include:
• a high degree of manual dexterity to sufficiently perform computer functions on a keyboard, produce materials on a PC and operate basic office equipment
• ability to maneuver and operate technical equipment
• ability to assist with positioning and transporting patients (i.e., pushing beds, stretchers and wheelchairs)
• exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids and some radioactive materials
• normal or corrected vision and hearing
• extensive sitting, standing and/or walking
• mobility sufficient to visit with departments or employees throughout CCAD and lift up to 50 lbs.

• A. Bachelor's degree (four (4) year curriculum) from an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine, or equivalent qualification (minimum three (3) year duration)
• B. Associate's degree (two (2) year curriculum) or two (2) year certificate form an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine or equivalent
• C. Graduation from an accredited program (minimum three (3) years duration) in Radiography/Radiology
• Registration or certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (N.M.T.C.B.), or equivalent, is required
• Master's degree in Nuclear Medicine or relevant clinical master's in a related field is preferred (will reduce one (1) year from the required years of experience)

• Job Specific Skills and Abilities
• Ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to speak and write in English is required
• Ability to speak and write in Arabic is preferred