Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PET Scan

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PET Scan

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$37.29/hr – $63.47/hr

8300 Constitution Ave NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico , United States

Part time
Full Time Equivalent: 0.5
Job Exempt:
No

Work Shift:

Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)

• Transports patients to scanning room; prepares and maintains rooms. Explains procedure to patients.
• Administers isotope dosage accurately following established departmental procedures; accurately records dosage administered. Observe patient during procedure and report any unusual occurrences to appropriate personnel.
• Schedules Nuclear Medicine exams to coordinate with other patient exams.
• Performs Nuclear Medicine studies; determines appropriate isotope required; obtains patient history and reviews patient condition.
• Maintains gamma cameras and other equipment in efficient operating order; performs quality control on a regularly scheduled basis; contacts outside service for major malfunctions.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Uses Radiology Information System, hospital information systems as required.
• Checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, workshops, current literature, in services and/or seminars. Attends meetings as required or requested.
• Takes call for Nuclear Medicine procedures.

• Associate Degree
• NM Nuclear Medicine Tech
• Requires Completion of ARRT(N) or NMTCB Certification within 6 months after graduation.
• Candidates who are selected for the position must sign an agreement to obtain this credential.
• BLS required at time of hire.

• Sign-on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities.
• Staff safety wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern.
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions).
• Malpractice liability insurance.
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
• EPIC electronic charting system.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care
• AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke‑free campuses.

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not‑for‑profit healthcare system comprising nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi‑specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, it is the state’s largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees, including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.