Nuc Med PET Technologist PRN - Vanderbilt Hospital

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Nuclear Medicine

Performs all Nuclear Medicine and/or PET procedures in accordance with established department policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered.

Must have PET experience and a flexible schedule.

• Reviews radiology exam requests and patient identification to ensure safe, appropriate and cost effective imaging.
• Applies broad range of skills to ensure exam is completed timely and meets quality and compliance standards.
• Provides appropriate Nuclear Med/PET screening process to patients, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

• Anatomy & Physiology Knowledge (Novice):
  Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate anatomy and physiology knowledge in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
• Radiology (Novice):
  Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate radiology services in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
• Patient Documentation (Novice):
  Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate patient documentation in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.
• Compliance (Novice):
  Can explain and apply basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job. Understands the principles upon which the rules and regulations are based. Appropriately escalates problems relating to rules and regulations in timely and effective manner.

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Supports colleagues by developing self and others, building and maintaining relationships, communicating effectively. Delivers excellent services through compassion, problem solving, meaningful advice, and support. Ensures high quality, continuous improvement, and safety. Manages resources effectively with accountability, stewardship, and data‑driven decisions. Fosters innovation by generating new ideas, applying technology, and adapting to change.

No specific duties listed beyond the general responsibilities above.

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Certification – Others

Relevant Work Experience

Less than 1 year

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

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