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FirstHealth of the Carolinas · 2 months ago

Nuclear Med Tech

Raeford, North Carolina

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. They are seeking a Nuclear Med Tech responsible for patient care, technical duties related to nuclear medicine studies, and ensuring quality control and compliance with safety standards.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals orally, by injection, or inhalation

Start patient IVs

Explain imaging procedures to patients, answer their questions, and ensure their comfort

Position patients appropriately for scanning

Conduct NM studies such as Nuclear Stress Tests, Bone Scans, HIDA Scans, Lung Scans, Thyroid Scans, Liver Scans, and Brain Scans

Prepare facilities according to procedural requirements and calibrate equipment as needed

Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals used, received, and disposed of, using computer systems and following physician's prescriptions

Perform computer processing and imaging enhancement

Provide images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation

Monitor the department's daily, monthly, and quarterly quality control (QC) under the guidelines of the NRC

Ensure compliance with departmental protocols and safety standards

Thrive in an environment where exceptional customer service, communication, and teamwork are top priorities

Work with a supportive management team

Utilize a comprehensive Electronic Medical Record System (EPIC) for documentation and communication

Qualification

Nuclear Medicine CertificationRadiopharmaceutical AdministrationNuclear Medicine StudiesBasic Cardiac Life SupportQuality Control MonitoringPatient Care SkillsComputer ProcessingCustomer Service SkillsTeamwork Skills

Required

Must be registered in Nuclear Medicine through NMTCB or ARRT

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required

Training and experience in conducting various NM studies, including Nuclear Stress Tests, Bone Scans, HIDA Scans, Lung Scans, Thyroid Scans, Liver Scans, and Brain Scans

Strong technical skills in preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals and operating NM equipment

Excellent patient care skills, including the ability to explain procedures and ensure patient comfort

Proficiency in computer processing and imaging enhancement

Ability to monitor and maintain quality control standards

Exceptional customer service, communication, and teamwork skills