Nuclear Medicine Technologist

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Nuclear Medicine at Duke University Health System Competitive salary and Paid Time Off Exceptional Health Benefits Flexible Schedules $15 K Commitment Bonus Relocation Research focused CNMT Certified Nuclear Medicine Tech or ARRT Nuclear Medicine American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Clinical Ladder State- of -the- art- technology Join the Duke Health Nuclear Medicine Team! https://duke.is/nucmed General Description of the Job Class Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests and determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials and measurement instrumentation. Duties and Responsibilities of this Level Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma and apparatus for in vitro counting. Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulate radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits. Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Calculate data to include results of patient studies and radioactive decay. Evaluate recorded images for technical quality. Process computerized image data to include function curves and reconstructed SPECT images. Assume care for physical and psychological needs of patient of all ages during an examination, initiates life support measures for patient, if necessary. Maintain inventory of supplies in assigned area; prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing and disposal activities. Maintain records of order, including brachytherapy procedures, receipt and disposal of all radioactive material in the department. Provide instruction and technical guidance to radiologic technology students or other advanced imaging techs; assist in training new employees. Monitor Nuclear Medicine Department with portable survey meter for possible contamination. Performs EKG prep, tracing Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Assist in the development and evaluation of new procedures and techniques to meet the needs of specific protocols as required: consult with physician concerning the application of nuclear medicine procedu




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