Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - 2,602 per week - Lake Havasu City - Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied

Description

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements


Specialty:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Discipline:
Allied Health Professional

Duration:
13 weeks
40 hours per week

Shift:
8 hours

Employment Type:
Travel

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs tests for patient diagnosis, progress or deterioration and medical research.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist prepares and gives radiopharmaceuticals to patients when indicated and uses high-level imaging equipment to record images of the radioactive material in the patient's body.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist works in collaboration with physicians to provide the images for interpretation to study and diagnose a medical condition.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist gives doses of radiation to patients internally to treat various medical conditions when prescribed by a physician.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist participates in a variety of technical tasks, tests and determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials and measurement instrumentation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Receives consultation requests and checks for special instructions from the requesting physician.

Consults with the radiologist as necessary
Coordinates and participates in a variety of technical procedures, including in vitro and in vitro studies; operates radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma and other apparatus for in vitro counting
Calibrates and prepares radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulates radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits
Calibrates instruments and reviews calibration data to detect any instrument malfunction
Calculates data to include results of patient studies and radioactive decay
Evaluates recorded images for technical quality
Processes computerized image data to include function curves and reconstructed SPECT images
Assumes care of patients of all ages during an examination, and initiates life support measures for patients if necessary
Maintains the inventory of supplies in assigned areas; prepares and maintains records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing and disposal activities
Maintains records of order, including brachytherapy procedures, receipt and disposal of all radioactive material in the department
May be asked to provide some instruction and technical guidance to radiologic technology students or other advanced imaging techs; may also assist with training new employees
May be responsible for monitoring the Nuclear Medicine Department with a portable Geiger Counter to detect any radioactive possible contamination
May perform Nuclear Cardiology studies including image acquisition and processing and monitoring patient vital signs
May performs EKG prep, tracing and monitors for obvious change during cardiac studies
Ensures compliance with all applicable rules, regulations of the state department of health
Ensures compliance with all Radiation Safety (ALARA) and Quality Control programs/procedures applicable to Nuclear Medicine Procedures
Maintains professional acumen through attending in-service educational programs
Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned


Minimum Requirements:
Level I & II
Graduate of an AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Technology training program and/or meets all state required educational & licensing/certification standards.

Level II Position Requirements:
Possesses at least two years of experience in the Nuclear Medicine field

• One –two years prior supervisory or Team Lead experience.

Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.

We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school.

Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Amergis Healthcare, Inc.-Allied Job ID # Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
About Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation's top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988.

We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States.

We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.