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Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $36-54 per hour

Company: Inova Health System
Location: Arlington
Posted on: October 25, 2024

Job Description:

Inova Health System is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a job in Arlington, Virginia.Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Shift: days
  • Employment Type: StaffInova Benefits and Perks:- Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage- Paid Parental Leave- Retirement matching: dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you contribute- Competitive salary- Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO hours on your very first day of work.- Sign on Bonus and Relocation for those who qualifyShift: DaysHours: 40 hoursLocation: Will float to (4) CDS sitesThe Nuclear Medicine Technologist administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies/procedures. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations. Demonstrates radiation protection/safety for patients, staff, and self as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines. Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition. Provides clinical services according to Nuclear Medicine practice standards while acting as a resource to Nuclear Medicine students and other technologists.Job Responsibilities:- Communicates effectively with patients to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patients or patients' charts to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination.- Explains procedures to patients and families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and ensure patient cooperation.- Assists the physician in performing a variety of examinations by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions, and/or sterile techniques. Demonstrates proper technique for injection of radiopharmaceuticals under the American College of Radiology guidelines.- Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams while taking appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome.- Correctly identifies patients and their files by utilizing electronic medical records and picture archiving/communication systems while ensuring a high degree of accuracy.Requirements:- Certification - CNMT or ARRT-N obtained within one year of hire date. Nuclear Medical Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT (N) certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist within one year of hire date; Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Start- Licensure - Registered State Inspector - Virginia Within 3 Months Must be licensed as required by the state of employment if employed at an Inova Health System free-standing Imaging Center not affiliated with one of Inova's hospitals. Must possess a state Nuclear Medicine Tech license if it is required by the state of employment and if employed at an Inova free-standing Imaging Center not affiliated with one of Inova's Hospitals.- Experience - Experience in a hospital/healthcare environment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Student.- Education - Associate Degree Nuclear Medicine Graduate of an accredited school/program of Nuclear Medicine Technology.Inova Job ID #661745. Posted job title: nuclear medicine technologist

Keywords: Inova Health System, Arlington , Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $36-54 per hour, Healthcare , Arlington, Virginia

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