Per Diem Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Excellence, Teamwork, Leadership and Innovation. These are the values that define UConn Health, and we are looking for team members that share these same values. Our top-rated organization is looking to add a Per Diem Nuclear Medicine Technologist to our growing team, in the Radiology Department. If you have a background in this field, as well as a passion for patient experience, we want to hear from you.
Interested applicants may apply at Career Opportunities at UConn Health: https://jobs.uchc.edu/CSS_External/CSSPage_SearchResults.ASP?T=20230713093014&
This is a Per Diem – as needed position, all shifts. Continuous employment is not guaranteed. Not eligible for Benefits.
Salary: $40.00 hourly
At UConn Health, this class is accountable for the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and the operation of specialized nuclear medicine equipment used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Examples of Duties:
- Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals or radiation to patients to detect or treat diseases;
- Uses gamma cameras to generate nuclear medicine images;
- Performs computer post-processing of medical images;
- Uses radiation detecting probes to assess radiopharmaceutical distribution in patients;
- Adheres to safety standards that minimize radiation exposures to patients and co-workers;
- Explains exam procedures and safety precautions to patients; describes exam duration and sets patient expectations for the examination; demonstrates exemplary customer service skills and provides reassurances to place the patient at ease;
- Performs general patient care procedures;
- Orders supplies; performs calibration and quality control checks on nuclear medicine equipment;
- Prepares and inspects radiopharmaceuticals and administers to patients;
- Receives and releases radioactive packages and materials; measures and records radiation levels of packages and radiopharmaceuticals received; opens radioactive packages; appropriately disposes and stores radiopharmaceuticals and radioactive materials; follows radiation safety procedures and NRC safety requirements;
- Instructs students, residents, fellows and staff; assists with onboarding and training of staff members;
- Participates in research projects; attends departmental meetings, completes required in- services/competencies and attends regional and national conferences; keeps abreast of the frequent advances, innovations and developments in the field;
- Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
- Knowledge of the nuclear medicine diagnostic, therapeutic and quality control procedures;
- Knowledge of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission [NRC] regulations;
- Analytical skills to be able to calculate accurate dosages;
- Interpersonal skills to interact with patients and elicit patient’s corporation;
- Effective written and oral communication skills;
- Ability to utilize computer and computer systems to process, retrieve and enter information;
- Ability to reassure and calm patients who are under physical and emotional stress;
- Detailed oriented with the ability to follow exact instructions by the supervising physician;
- Ability to maintain an efficient departmental schedule.
Experience And Training:
General Experience:
- Completion of an accredited nuclear medicine technology program.
Special Requirements:
- Must possess and maintain certification as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), OR
Must possess and maintain registration/certification as a Registered Technologist – Nuclear Medicine Technology with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist – R.T. (N)(ARRT);
- Must possess and maintain during employment a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Working Conditions:
- Long periods of standing
- Ability to carry lead shielding devices or Geiger Counters
- Assists with patient lifting and ability to position patients
- Need to use safety devices, such shielding devices, gloves or radiation badges
- May be exposed to infectious diseases
- Exposure to radiation
Why UConn Health?
UConn Health is a vibrant, integrated academic medical center that is entering an era of unprecedented growth in all three areas of its mission: academics, research, and clinical care. A commitment to human health and well-being has been of utmost importance to UConn Health since the founding of the University of Connecticut schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine in 1961. Based on a strong foundation of groundbreaking research, first-rate education, and quality clinical care, we have expanded our medical missions over the decades. In just over 50 years, UConn Health has evolved to encompass more research endeavors, to provide more ways to access our superior care, and to innovate both practical medicine and our methods of educating the practitioners of tomorrow. All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at www.ethics.state.ct.us
- Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas
- State of the art facility and campus environments
- Progressive leadership and educational development programs available
