Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Gateway - Days
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Richmond, Virginia |
About this job
Job Description
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\nThe practice of nuclear medicine is performed by a nuclear medicine technologist responsible for the administration of radioactive materials to humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. A nuclear medicine technologist performs nuclear medicine exams or treatments at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.\n\n\n\n
Core Competencies
\n\nPerform all the duties of a Nuclear Medicine Technologist I.
\nCapable of safely administering radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications including the identification of incompatibilities and/or interactions.
\nExpected to assess a patient risk for allergic reaction prior to administration of radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications and following appropriate protocols for escalation of concerns.
\nExpected to evaluate pertinent lab values prior to administering radiopharmaceuticals or other related medications and beginning the ordered examination.
\nCapable of providing accurate explanations and instructions to the patient and family using age-appropriate language and verifies that the patient understands and agrees to the completion of the ordered exam.
\nCapable of performing ordered exam or therapy in accordance with established imaging protocols while respecting the patient’s ability and comfort.
\nCapable of adhering to policies and utilizing protocols to determine that expected outcomes have been met.
\nCapable of documenting deviations from protocol and/or patient specific issues that may impact image quality.
\nCapable of notifying the appropriate health care provider when immediate clinical response is necessary based on procedural findings, patient condition or other relevant concerns that may impact patient safety or care.
\nExpected to timely complete all required post processing, image display and transfer for physician review.
\nExpected timely order closure, charge entry and PACS QA completion.
\nExpected to routinely cover open shifts as appropriate based on your level of competency.
\n\nAdvanced Competencies
\n\nN/A
\n\nKnowledge and Competency
\n\nExperienced and competent in routine and complex studies.
\nComplete understanding of technical standards, scope of practice, department and health system policies, and safety and service standards.
\nComplete understanding of imaging equipment, image processing software, instrumentation, and ancillary patient care equipment.
\n\nEducation, Certification & Experience
\n\nCertification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) or Registry by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist -Nuclear Medicine (ARRT-N) and have successfully completed their 6-month orientation.
\n(Individuals with at least one year of experience can be hired directly into this role)
\nBasic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers)
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Compensation Ranges:
\n Nuclear Medicine Technologist I: $34.00 - $48.70
\n Nuclear Medicine Technologist II: $35.19 - $54.55
\n Nuclear Medicine Technologist III: $39.41 - $61.09
\n Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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