Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job overview

Nuclear Med Tech, onsite, in Herndon, VA. Compensation is not specified. Stone Springs Hospital Center is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Performs all Nuclear Medicine procedures in strict accordance with currently approved practices as outlined in department policy and procedure manuals and complying with all applicable federal, state, local and other regulatory requirements.

What you'll do

• Performs all Nuclear Medicine procedures in strict accordance with currently approved practices as outlined in department policy and procedure manuals and complying with all applicable federal, state, local and other regulatory requirements.
• Communicates to the patient the nature of the procedure and answers questions clarifying the procedure for the patient.
• Demonstrates practical application of age-related factors.
• Assures patient rights and privacy are maintained.
• Reports any significant problems related to patient, physicians, nuclear procedures, housekeeping, maintenance, supplies, or personnel to Technical Director.
• Responsible for proper documentation and maintenance of all required department records.
• Attends in service and staff meetings.
• Responsible for refurbishing supplies in treatment rooms.
• Receives and signs for delivered department supplies and isotopes and ensures all items signed for are delivered.
• Assist in transporting patients to and from the department.
• Labels all reagents used to indicate identity date of preparation and assay.
• Performs and documents daily instrument calibrations.
• Performs all quality controls as required.
• Wears appropriate exposure-monitoring devices at all times when in the nuclear area.
• Administers radioisotopes parenterally when legally permissible.
• Maintains security of all "hot" and "decay" areas in order to protect all individuals in the hospital.
• Upon leaving the department, ensures all equipment is properly shut off.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

Education

Graduate from an Accredited School of Nuclear Medicine approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association or the documented equivalent education, experience, and training.

Experience

6 months of experience - REQUIRED

Skills & competencies

nuclear med tech

stonesprings hospital center

herndon va

imaging

radiology

nuclear medicine

technologist

diagnostic imaging

healthcare

medical

patient care

full-time

day shift

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, free counseling services, 401(k) Plan with a 100% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Family support, Referral services, Consumer discounts, Retirement readiness, Education assistance, Colleague recognition program, Time Away From Work Program, Employee Health Assistance Fund

About the employer

Medical City Dallas is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.