Nuclear Medicine Technician provides diagnostic aid to physicians by conducting organ or body scans on patients. Administers and records isotope dosages in accordance with established departmental protocol. Being a Nuclear Medicine Technician observes patients during procedures and reports any abnormal activity. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Nuclear Medicine Technician typically reports to a chief technologist or manager. Requires registration with the Nuclear Medicine Technology certification Board, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.), or the American Society of Clinical Pathology. Nuclear Medicine Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
· Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use.
· Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use.
· Uses the following equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions. Including, but not limited to:
· Gamma Cameras
· Isotopes calibrators
· Well counter
· Radiation survey meters
· Nuclear computer system
· Portable lead storage modules
· EKG monitors
· Coronary defibrillators
· Patient safety measures.
· Preparation of radioactive isotopes.
· Administration of radioactive isotopes.
· Monitoring, calibration, and wipe tests.
· Spinal taps (Assist physician).
· Radioactive iodine therapy (Assist physician).
High school graduate or equivalent. Associates degree preferred.
Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology
Prior experience preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Licenses/Certifications: Current NMTCB Certification
Current BCLS-C Card
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