Gadsden Regional Medical Center
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Gadsden
,
AL
Full Time
Tuition Reimbursement and Up to $20K Student Loan Repayments Eligible!
At Gadsden Regional Medical Center, we believe in the power of people to create great care! We look forward to you becoming our next Nuclear Medicine Technologist I.
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is located in Gadsden, AL which offers a variety of attractions, such as top tier public schools, museums, and nature. You can hike one of our beautiful trails, fish along the Coosa River, or visit Noccalula Falls. Enjoy a quaint night out on Broad Street or enjoy a beautiful mountain sunset. From golf, hiking, fishing, children's museums and Noccalula Falls, there are lots of things to do and see in this beautiful city.
Schedule: Full-Time, Days
What We Offer
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 346-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We are Joint Commission certified in hip and knee replacements and have top-rated programs in cardiology and emergency care. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in Gadsden, Albertville, Attalla, Boaz, Fort Payne, Glencoe, Hokes Bluff, Jacksonville, Leesburg, Piedmont, Rainbow City, Southside, Steele, Wellington and surrounding communities.
At Gadsden Regional Medical Center, we believe in the power of people to create great care! We look forward to you becoming our next Nuclear Medicine Technologist I.
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is located in Gadsden, AL which offers a variety of attractions, such as top tier public schools, museums, and nature. You can hike one of our beautiful trails, fish along the Coosa River, or visit Noccalula Falls. Enjoy a quaint night out on Broad Street or enjoy a beautiful mountain sunset. From golf, hiking, fishing, children's museums and Noccalula Falls, there are lots of things to do and see in this beautiful city.
Schedule: Full-Time, Days
What We Offer
- Student Loan Repayment Plans
- Health Insurance Eligibility 1 st of the Month
- 6% 401k Employer Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company provided renewal of BLS
- 0-2 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical or hospital setting required
- 2-4 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
- (N) ARDMS or ARRT - Nuclear Med Tech required or
- NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Tech required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies, following established protocols and physician orders to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
- Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously or orally, adhering to safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and facility policies.
- Assesses patient condition before procedures, verifying proper identification, screening for contraindications, and ensuring the appropriateness of the exam.
- Operates and calibrates nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and PET scanners, ensuring optimal image acquisition and quality control.
- Performs routine quality control (QC) checks on imaging equipment and maintains accurate documentation for Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or state regulatory compliance.
- Ensures proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials, following all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrates knowledge of disease abnormalities and physiological processes, recognizing when additional imaging views or modifications are needed to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
- Responds to and reports isotope spills, ensuring compliance with radiation safety officer (RSO) protocols and regulatory reporting guidelines.
- Provides clear instructions to patients and family members, explaining the procedure, potential side effects, and post-procedure care as needed.
- Documents all procedures, radiopharmaceutical usage, and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR), ensuring accuracy and compliance with facility policies.
- Collaborates with department leadership, Radiologists, and vendor(s) to update protocols on the NucMed scanners.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 346-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We are Joint Commission certified in hip and knee replacements and have top-rated programs in cardiology and emergency care. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in Gadsden, Albertville, Attalla, Boaz, Fort Payne, Glencoe, Hokes Bluff, Jacksonville, Leesburg, Piedmont, Rainbow City, Southside, Steele, Wellington and surrounding communities.