Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Job ID: 67170
Location: Yuma, Arizona
Overview:
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs examinations, on pre-mature neo-natal, neo-natal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients; administers radioactive material to patients for diagnostic, exams and therapies; utilizes effective radiation safety practices; maintains record keeping in accordance with governing agencies; works closely with other staff to maximize efficiency and productivity.
What you will be doing:
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Administers radiopharmaceuticals or radiation to patientsto detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment,under direction of provider;
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Explains the procedures to the patient, answers the patient’s questions, and obtains the patient’s consent
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Injects (doses) patients with radioactive material.
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Places radiopharmaceutical orders after reviewingprovider’s orders; obtains and documents pertinent topatient history; calculates, measures and recordsradiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received.
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Determines the correct procedure for the study ordered.
What you must have:
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Associates Degree
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2 years of experience
Certifications
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