Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job overview

Nuclear Medicine Technologist, onsite, Lebanon, TN. Compensation is not specified. TriStar Centennial Medical Center is a comprehensive facility. The purpose of this role is to perform general nuclear medicine and PET CT exams, providing high-quality customer service and image quality, while adhering to radiation safety practices.

What you'll do

• The Nuclear Medicine (NM) Technologist performs general nuclear medicine and PET CT exams providing the highest level of customer service and image quality.
• The NM tech also receives, calibrates, logs, administers and monitors the decay of radioactive isotopes following appropriate policies, procedures and radiation safety practices.
• You will perform nuclear medicine exams following protocols and in a timely manner, ensuring a high quality of care.
• You will receive, calibrate, log, administer and monitor the decay of radioactive isotopes.
• You will provide radiation safety support in the event of a radiation incident/spill You will maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• You will record patients' medical information You will coordinate patient flow and check the daily list to ensure all exams are complete.
• You will inform the patient about the procedure and answer questions.
• You will interact and professionally communicate with co-workers, physicians, patients, and family members.
• You will maintain all licenses, certifications, and accreditations required as outlined in Job Qualifications.
• You will adhere to the facility ICARE values.
• You will prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments.
• You will prepare education the patient on discharge instructions You will demonstrate the ability to perform technical skills and procedures.
• You will be knowledgeable in the handling of radioactive materials.
• You will demonstrate knowledge of human growth and development, assessment, range of treatment, and care of patients appropriate to the ages of patients served.
• You will properly measure radioactive waste and know how to dispose of it properly in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

What we're looking for

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine.

Experience

None required

Skills & competencies

nuclear medicine tech

prn

imaging

lebanon tn

tristar centennial medical center

per diem

flexible shift

no weekends

no on-call

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

About the employer

TriStar Centennial Medical Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals. Sector: 62.