Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

Inova Health System | Fairfax, VA, US

Posted 15 days ago

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Description

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join the team. This role will be PRN


Experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.


Inova PRN Benefits and Perks:



  • State-of-the-art medical and training facilities

  • Retirement benefits with match from day one

  • Free Parking to all employees

  • Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more!


Nuclear Medicine Technologist Job Responsibilities:



  • Explains procedures to patients and families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and ensure patient cooperation.

  • Assists the physician in performing a variety of examinations by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions, and/or sterile techniques. Demonstrates proper technique for injection of radiopharmaceuticals under the American College of Radiology guidelines.

  • Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams while taking appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome.

  • Correctly identifies patients and their files by utilizing electronic medical records and picture archiving/communication systems while ensuring a high degree of accuracy.

  • Demonstrates the effective use of radiation protection procedures with shielding, collimation devices, and protective shielding per supervisor observation. Maintains exposure reading within the ALARA limits.


Minimum Qualifications:



  • Education: Associate Degree Nuclear Medicine Graduate of an accredited school/program of Nuclear Medicine Technology.

  • Licensure: Registered State Inspector - Virginia Within 3 Months Must be licensed as required by the state of employment if employed at an Inova Health System free-standing Imaging Center not affiliated with one of Inova's hospitals. Must possess a state Nuclear Medicine Tech license if it is required by the state of employment and if employed at an Inova free-standing Imaging Center not affiliated with one of Inova's Hospitals.

  • Certification: CNMT or ARRT-N obtained within one year of hire date. Nuclear Medical Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT (N) certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist within one year of hire date; Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Start

  • Experience: Experience in a hospital/healthcare environment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Student.