Sanford Health

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Sanford Health$71K — $118K *
Fargo, ND 58103In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Completion of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
  • Certification with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) required.
  • Licensed with the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (MIRT) board.
  • Registration in PET is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Administer nuclear imaging procedures and calculate radiopharmaceutical dosages.
  • Perform various nuclear medicine studies on patients of all ages.
  • Understand and apply NRC regulations and radiation safety standards.
  • Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals under a physician's direction.
  • Employ radiation-detecting equipment for patient imaging procedures.
  • Collect and analyze patient information for accurate imaging results.
  • Work collaboratively with the team while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Benefits

  • $20,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year work commitment.
  • Opportunity for state-of-the-art technical training and development.
  • Access to advanced imaging technology including the only digital PET/CT in a 300-mile radius.
  • Participation in novel procedures and therapies in a progressive department.
  • Full-time position with varying shifts, including weekday and weekend call.
Full Job Description
Work Shift: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Salary Range: $34.50 - $57.00$20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work commitment Union Position: No Department Details Sign-on bonus available! Students! Ask us about the Fargo Radiology Sponsorship! Nuclear Medicine is included! As a member of the Sanford Nuclear Medicine team, you will be working with state-of-the-art equipment and software to include: GE 640 SPECT/CT, 2 Infiana Hawkeye SPECT/CT, GE PET/CT, Cardinal Health Nuctrac, Epic One chart, Sectra PACS and 4DM software. Sanford Fargo houses two PET CT cameras including, a GE Dimension used for Cardiac Procedures and GE Discovery MI which is the only digital PET/CT within a 300-mile radius and the only one in the Dakotas. As a progressive department, you will have an opportunity to be involved with novel cutting edge procedures and therapies. We are proud to have the opportunity to perform almost all procedures available in our field. Position is full time with 80 hours per pay period and working 8 hour shifts with varying start times between 6:30am to 8:30am. This position does include weekday/weekend call in addition to a weekend and holiday rotation also. Summary Responsible for administration of nuclear imaging procedures, calculation, diagnostic, therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals, and adjunctive medications using a variety of equipment and strictly adhering to relevant safety standards. Performs quality nuclear medicine imaging examinations through the application of advanced technical knowledge while maintaining strict attention to patient care in accordance with department policy and procedure. Job Description Carry out hot lab duties and perform a variety of nuclear medicine studies on inpatients and outpatients in all age groups from neonate to geriatric. Have an understanding of nuclear regulatory commission (NRC) rules and regulations, practice radiation safety, safely operate all cameras and equipment in the department, process and send data to required destinations via computer. Understands the theories and principles behind the equipment and tests performed in the nuclear medicine department. Prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals and therapeutically dosages under the direction of a physician. Employs radiation-detecting equipment to perform patient imaging procedures; describes procedures to patients and answers questions. Implements radiation safety standards and quality assurance into daily work and monitors a patient's condition during the course of an imaging procedure. Collects patient information, analyzes data and provides quality images for a physician to diagnose a patient. Dependent on needs of facility and department may also be responsible and cross-trained in performing positron emission tomography computed tomography (PETCT) scans with thorough understanding of all processes related to PETCT. Has ability to perform nuclear medicine procedures after appropriate orientation to the department. Able to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations. Confirmation of thorough understanding of all processes related to PETCT. Demonstrate qualities of a team player. Professionalism and confidentiality will be adhered to at all times. Necessary to be open to change and technology advancements. Qualifications Completion of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology is required. Certification with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) required. In addition for the state of North Dakota (ND), licensed with the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (MIRT) board. Registered in positron emission tomography (PET) helpful. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 60 days of employment, recertification as required. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

About Sanford Health

Sanford Health is a non-profit, integrated health care system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is the largest rural, not-for-profit health care system in the nation with locations in 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health's 48,000 employees, including 1,400 physicians, make it the largest employer in the Dakotas. Sanford Health provides care to patients through a network of hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other health care services. The organization's mission is to improve the human condition through exceptional care, innovation, and discovery.
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