Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Jacksonville FL
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSummary
Department: Nuclear Medicine
Shift timings: 08:00 - 16:00, Monday to friday (5 Days/8 Hours)
Per Hours : 40 Hours
Roles & Responsibilities
- Maintain and operate cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.
- Position patients and select anatomic and technical factors accurately.
- Order, prepare, administer, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
- Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
- Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
- Ensure equipment is properly functioning.
- Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
- Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department.
Minimum Qualifications
Every other Sunday weekly rotation required Memorial Day availability required
Required credentials: BLS, Nuc Tech Certification, must be competent in cardiac and general nuc scans
Required Skills
Nuclear Medicine Technician
Work Authorization
- Green Card
- US
Certifications & Clearance Requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS)