Job Details

$20,000 Sign On Bonus

Job Description:

Summary:

At Johnson City Medical Center (JCMC), Nuclear Medicine professionals practice at the highest level within one of the most diverse and wide-ranging nuclear medicine programs in the region. Our technologists gain daily exposure to advanced imaging technology, radiopharmaceutical preparation and administration, radiation safety practices, and quality control - strengthening technical expertise while reinforcing best practices in patient centered care. JCMC offers a fast paced, dynamic environment that encourages adaptability, innovation, and continuous learning. You'll work alongside highly skilled professionals in a setting that challenges you to think critically and grow professionally. Collaboration is central to our culture. Our Nuclear Medicine team works closely with surgery, interventional radiology, oncology, and cardiology, ensuring imaging and treatments are seamlessly integrated into patient care. The exams and therapies performed at JCMC have a direct and meaningful impact on patient outcomes, from diagnosis through treatment planning. Most importantly, JCMC is a place where you can make a difference with every patient interaction. Team members take pride in knowing their work plays a vital role in delivering high quality and compassionate care to our community.

Performs a variety of duties in preparing patients for nuclear medicine procedures, to furnish diagnostic information. Operates scintillation detectors to produce images and measures concentration of radioisotopes in specified body areas on patients ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics.

Scan the patients-making proper settings on gamma camera and manipulate computers to process the studies. Reads or surveys the amount of radiation given off by certain radioactive material shipped to the department. Assays the radioactivity of newly arrived radiopharmaceuticals. Measures the radioactive dosage prescribed for patients and performs IV injections of Radiopharmaceuticals. Follows all state and NRC regulations pertaining to the field of Nuclear Medicine. Follows ALARA regulations. Knows and performs Quality control on all equipment in accordance with Nuclear Medicine license.

The Nuclear Medicine Tech will be of strong ethical character. They will adhere to the SNMT Clinical Performance Standards for NM Technologists, to include the administration and monitoring of adjunctive medication(s) used during an in-vitro, diagnostic imaging, or therapeutic procedure. Adjunctive medications are defined as those medications used to evoke a specific physiological or biochemical response.

Requirements:
Two years' experience as a registered/certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid and active ARRT licensure in nuclear medicine or certified by NMTCB.
CPR required
#IND1

Work Requirements:

Shift: Day
On Call: Yes
Weekends: Rotating
Travel Required: No

Location:
Johnson City Medical Center