The technologist must use professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures for quality diagnostic outcomes, selecting appropriate cost-effective plans based on patient assessment. Key duties include administering radioactive materials and contrast agents, performing venipuncture, and documenting all patient and exam occurrences accurately.
Requirements summary
Candidates must demonstrate high knowledge in Nuclear Medicine and PET, including basic and complex diagnostic procedures, and possess abilities in managing patient care environments with exposure risks. Required qualifications include graduation from a Nuclear Medicine Technology program and current licensure/registration with AZDHS, ARRT (NM) or NMTCB, plus BLS certification.
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Job description
$10,000 Sign On Bonus available to those with 1+ years of PET/Nuclear Med experience!
Relocation Bonus available too!
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We are hiring a PET/Nuclear Med Tech (Full Time) to join our Imaging Services Team!
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Position Purpose: All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision of providing the region’s best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance.
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Our leaders demonstrate their commitment by gathering feedback, supporting, and empowering team members to do their best work through regular leadership rounding.
Health and Well-Being Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability Generous Paid Leave Accruals 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program Employee Identity Theft Protection On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages Career Growth and Development Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program So much more!
Key Responsibilities Uses professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures to ensure quality diagnostic outcomes.
Selects the most appropriate and cost-effective action plan after reviewing all pertinent data and assessing the patient’s abilities and condition.
Selects appropriate shielding devices and appropriate immobilization devices.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Identity Theft Protection
HSA
Tuition Reimbursement
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Employee Recognition Programs
Scholarships
Daycare
Paid Leave Accruals
Evaluates lab values prior to administering contrast media or radioactive isotopes.
Performs venipuncture, IV patency and maintenance according to established guidelines.
Administers radioactive materials and or contrast agents according to established guidelines.
Observes patient and equipment during procedures, documents patient reactions or problems on requisitions and reports immediately to supervisor.
Reconfirms patient identification using two unique identifiers (Name and DOB) and verifies procedure requested.
Verifies female patient pregnancy status when appropriate.
Assesses factors that may contraindicate the procedure, such as medications or insufficient patient preparation.
Documents patient and exam occurrences in PACS/RIS to include exam start complete times.
Qualifications
Demonstrates a high degree of knowledge in Nuclear Medicine and in Positron Emission Tomography (PET) to include knowledge and abilities in basic and complex diagnostic NM and PET procedures. Abilities and knowledge in managing a patient care environment with increased exposure to infectious diseases, carcinogens and radiation. Knowledge of Computerized Tomography imaging procedures and technology to include knowledge of specifications, standards, and tolerances for the operation of CT equipment.
Education
Graduate of a Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
Certification/Licensure: Current registration and licensure by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS). Current registration and licensure by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine (NM) or Current Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification. BLS certification through the American Heart Association. Preferences Education preferred from an accredited program for Nuclear Medicine Technology via ARRT or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist via NMTCB Work Requirements Ability to safely lift and physically manipulate patients. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to analyze and apply theory to practice skills. Standing and walking for periods of 2 hours or longer. Possible exposure to blood product and radiation. Lifting equipment up to 50lbs, and pushing equipment up to 150lbs and assisting with the movement of an adult patient weighing up to 300lbs Concentration, visual and auditory acuity for watching monitors and following instructions during procedures. Apply Now When incredible people and incredible facilities like ours join together, incredible things happen. If you want to be a part of an incredible team that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality in patient care, we invite you to explore this opportunity with KRMC and apply online today. Facility Profile Kingman Regional Medical Center is the largest healthcare provider and the only remaining not-for-profit hospital in Mohave County, Arizona. As a 235-bed multi-campus healthcare system, our medical center includes more than 1,800 employees, 280 physicians/allied health professionals, and 250 volunteers. We provide a full-continuum of highly-technical and specialized medical services to meet the healthcare needs of our community.
