Nuclear Med Technologist_MGFR

Intermountain Health

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Denver, Colorado

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine exams using specialized equipment while ensuring high-quality imaging and patient safety. Maintain accurate records, adhere to regulatory guidelines, and provide patient education and comfort throughout the procedure.

Qualifications

You have a current state license and clinical board certification (ARRT or NMTCB), along with Basic Life Support (BLS) and IV certifications. You are proficient in nuclear medicine procedures, radiation safety, and patient care, with excellent communication and teamwork skills to succeed in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Nuclear Medicine

Radiopharmaceuticals

Radiation Safety

Radioactive Material Handling

Documentation

Recordkeeping

Equipment Operation

Electronic Imaging

Safety Protocols

Contrast Protocols

Image Evaluation

Anatomy Knowledge

Emergency Response

Independent Work

Task Prioritization

Teamwork

Effective Communication

Job Description

Job Description:

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic Nuclear Medicine exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions

  • Maintains ARRT or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
  • Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
  • Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
  • Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment. | Follow regulations of Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Division of Radiation Control, and any other regulatory agencies governing the use of radiopharmaceuticals.
  • Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality. Assists and instructs students and other Radiology Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
  • Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
  • Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
  • Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
  • Keeps accurate records (required by Licensing State and Joint Commission) of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
  • Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Skills

  • Nuclear Medicine | Radiopharmaceuticals
  • Radiation Safety | Radioactive Material Handling
  • Documentation | Recordkeeping
  • Equipment Operation | Electronic Imaging
  • Safety Protocols | Contrast Protocols
  • Image Evaluation
  • Anatomy Knowledge
  • Emergency Response
  • Independent Work | Task Prioritization
  • Teamwork | Effective Communication
  • Clean Environment

Minimum (Required) Qualifications

  • Current License in state of practice.
  • Clinical Board Certification, i.e. American Registry Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
  • Basic Life support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
  • IV certification for healthcare providers.

Preferred Qualifications

  • One year of clinical Nuclear Medicine experience.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Physical Requirements

  • Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
  • Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
  • Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
  • Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
  • Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
  • May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Denver Midtown Clinic

Work City:

Denver

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$38.77 - $59.82

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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All positions subject to close without notice.

Intermountain Health

Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services.  With more than 68,000 caregivers on a mission to help people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is committed to improving community health, and is widely recognized as a leader in transforming healthcare. We strive to be a model health system by taking full clinical and financial accountability for the health of more people, partnering to proactively keep people well, and coordinating and providing the best possible care. At Intermountain, every caregiver helps us fulfill our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible. Interested in joining our team? Check out our career website and apply today at https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/.
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