Nuclear Medicine Tech (CNMT / ARRT)

Position: Nuclear Medicine Tech (CNMT / ARRT)

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Travel: There may be occasional travel between clinic locations

Compensation: Competitive salary, $40 - $50 per hour (depending on experience)

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and 401K

Required Experience, Skills, and Licenses:

• Registration in Nuclear Medicine Required (CNMT / ARRT)
• Graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist program.
• 2-4 Years Relative Experience in Position (Ideally Cardiology)
• BLS
• Ideally Cardiac PET Experience

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team across multiple clinic locations. As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will play a pivotal role in performing high-quality, safe nuclear medicine scans ordered by physicians. Your expertise, professionalism, and dedication to patient care will contribute to optimal treatment and an excellent service experience for our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Organize, perform, and record high-quality, safe nuclear medicine scans as ordered by physicians.
• Educate patients and their families about the nuclear medicine procedure and treatment, ensuring a comfortable and informed experience.
• Produce high-quality nuclear medicine images and maintain accurate documentation for timely interpretation.
• Consistently performs diagnostic quality nuclear medicine procedures utilizing proper technique consistent with department protocols and nuclear medicine safety practices.
• Consistently triages patients appropriately according to their acuity level, follows established procedures for patient identification, reviews orders and indications for exam for appropriateness of each exam and provides pertinent clinical history for exams performed.
• Consistently submits accurate and complete exam images and associated exam worksheets and data sheets, consistent with department protocols, for physician interpretation.
• Accurately performs all data entry and clerical procedures required by department to ensure that completed exams are recorded in PACS, Allscripts, Touch Chart, and NextGen, department Log Book, and computer database for accreditation.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of radionuclides and supplies for efficient department operation.
• Maintains records and quality control activities pertinent to and necessary for related state licensure.
• Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations.
• Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with complete confidentiality and security.
• Participates in department meetings, quality control, and QI activities.
• Assists with orientation and cross-training of students and employees as needed, including proctoring.
• Conduct equipment quality control measurements, troubleshoot issues, and maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Uphold ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities, including maintaining confidentiality.
• Monitor and record patient comfort and safety during tests, promptly notifying physicians of abnormalities.
• Utilize knowledge of age-specific patient needs in the performance of duties.
• Mentor and orient new staff members to uphold our standards of excellence.
• Assist with patient transportation and adhere to standard precautions using personal protective equipment.
• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Clinic
• Outpatient

Medical specialties:

• Cardiology
• Nuclear Medicine
• Radiology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No weekends

Experience:

• Nuclear Medicine Tech (Cardiology): 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Nuclear Medicine Tech (CNMT / ARRT) (Required)
• BLS (Required)

Work Location: In person