Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Description

Summary:

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist mixes/prepares appropriate agents, maintains the "Hot Lab." Orders and logs radio nuclides and prepares and positions patients and performs exams. Coordinates exams, injections etc. with appropriate in-house personnel and the Radiologist. This position is also responsible for the care of the patient while in his/her charge, and shall be able to assess the ongoing condition of the patient and call for any needed assistance. Patient population encompasses all age groups and medical/surgical diagnoses.

Benefits:

MDI Hospital and Birch Bay Retirement Village offer a competitive salary, robust medical/dental/vision/life insurance, identity theft protection program, matching retirement plan, ample paid time off, a comprehensive award winning wellness program with reimbursement incentives, generous tuition reimbursement, and continuing education benefits. Some positions may qualify for a sign on bonus and relocation assistance.

EEO Statement:

MDI Hospital and Birch Bay Retirement Village provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Requirements

Education, Training or Certifications Required:

1. Licensed Maine Nuclear Medicine Technologist. 

2. ARRT (N) or CNMT

Education, Training or Certifications Preferred:

1. Licensed Maine Nuclear Medicine Technologist & Radiologic Technologist 

2. ARRT (R)(N) and CNMT

Experience Required:

1. Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine technology program.

2. Three or more years experience in Nuclear Medicine

Experience Preferred:

1. Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine & Radiologic Technology program.

2. Three or more years experience in Nuclear Medicine and Radiography with CT training preferred, but not required.

Special Requirements:

1. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

2. Ability to perform diagnostic studies on patients ranging from newborn to the geriatric individual.

3. Ability to cope effectively and to help others cope with stress.

4. Ability to work effectively and calmly under pressure or in emergency situations. 

5. Ability to work with personnel and physicians from many areas and medical offices.

Cognitive Requirements:

1. Good analytical skills.

2. Good problem solving skills.

3. Ability to work without full-time supervision.

4. Ability to work with critically ill patients.

Physical Demands:

1. Good eye-hand coordination.

2. Ability to move patients and equipment.

3. Excellent manual dexterity.

4. Good visual acuity.

Environment:

1. Stress level -- moderate to high.

2. Possible exposure to physical, mental and/or verbal abuse from patients.

3. Possible exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and a potential for spills or splashes.

4. Possible exposure to caustic fluids/radiation.

5. Must take holiday and night call as assigned/scheduled.