Inova Health Systems

Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Nuc Med Tech)

Inova Health Systems • $70K — $95K *
Fairfax, VA 22030In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in a relevant field required.
  • Nuclear Medical Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT (N) certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
  • Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association needed at start.
  • Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare setting as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Student required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical services in line with Nuclear Medicine practice standards.
  • Assist physicians with various examinations using standard protocols and techniques.
  • Identify and resolve clinical or emergent problems during exams.
  • Utilize electronic medical records and systems to accurately identify patients.
  • Apply radiation protection measures to ensure safety and compliance with ALARA limits.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with a wellness program.
  • Retirement plan with matched contributions starting on the first day of employment.
  • Tuition assistance up to $5,250 per year and $10,000 for student loans.
  • Mental health support for team members and families, including free sessions.
  • Paid time off and paid parental leave to support work/life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Inova Kenmore Ave is looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Nuc Med Tech) to join the team. This role will be full-time, day shift. The schedule is Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm. This position may support up to 4 locations. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance eligible.

Featured Benefits:
  • Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
  • Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
  • Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
  • Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
  • Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and more.


Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Nuc Med Tech) Job Responsibilities:
  • The Nuclear Medicine Technologist provides clinical services according to Nuclear Medicine practice standards while acting as a resource to Nuclear Medicine students and other technologists.
  • Assists the physician in performing a variety of examinations by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions, and/or sterile techniques.
  • Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams while taking appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome.
  • Correctly identifies patients and their files by utilizing electronic medical records and picture archiving/communication systems while ensuring a high degree of accuracy.
  • Demonstrates the effective use of radiation protection procedures with shielding, collimation devices, and protective shielding per supervisor observation; Maintains exposure reading within the ALARA limits.
  • May perform additional duties as assigned


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Education: Associate degree in related field required.
  • Certification:
    • Nuclear Medical Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT (N) certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist within one year of hire date.
    • Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association required upon start.
  • Experience: Experience in a hospital/healthcare environment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Student.


About Inova Health Systems

Inova Health Systems is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides medical services to patients in Virginia and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The organization was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia. Inova Health Systems operates several hospitals and medical centers, as well as a network of primary care and specialty clinics. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and is recognized for its expertise in areas such as cancer care, heart and vascular care, and women's health.
Learn more about Inova Health Systems
Size
18,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
* Ladders Estimates

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