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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

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Job ID: 5393
Posting Date: Jul 10, 2024
Shift: Day
Work Environment: On Site
Job Family: Licensed Technical
FTE: 1.0 FT
Location: Pensacola, FL

Job Description

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for ordering, preparing, measuring and administering radiopharmaceuticals for use in diagnostic studies. He / she are under the direction of the physicians licensed to administer radioactive materials. Performs and assists with nuclear medicine studies. Is responsible for patient safety protocols. Maintains all federal, state, local and regulatory agency requirements. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.

Responsibilities

  • Assists in care and maintenance of Nuclear Medicine equipment and supplies.
  • Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient.
  • Sets up, adjusts, and safely operates nuclear camera(s) and related computers.
  • Prepare radioactive isotopes for administration to patients.
  • Follow recommended guidelines of the nuclear regulatory commission (NRC) A.L.A.R.A. program.
  • Follows federal, state, and local radiation control guidelines for radioisotopes.
  • Performs various clerical duties.
  • Must be available for on call assignments, as needed.
  • Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.


Qualifications

Minimum Education

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent Required and
  • Associates Degree Nuclear Medicine Technology Required or
  • Bachelor's Degree Nuclear Medicine Technology Required

Licenses and Certifications

  • Certified Radiology Technologist Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required and
  • Radiation Safety (NMRS_NMTCB) Upon Hire Required or
  • Registered Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology (RTN) ARRT Upon Hire Required
  • BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Upon Hire Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge of state and federal regulations required.
  • Proficient in venipuncture procedures.
  • Must be able to multi task daily
  • Possesses knowledge of filing systems, telephone etiquette and customer service.
  • Computer skills, medical terminology preferred


About Us

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.
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