What is the role of a Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pool at Valleywise Health System?

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pool position at Valleywise Health System is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Medical field.

Where is this Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pool job located?

Phoenix, Arizona, 85008, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pool role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pool job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

How can I apply for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pool position at Valleywise Health System?

You can apply directly through the application link provided.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pool at Valleywise Health System

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pool

Under the direction of the Manager Medical Imaging, the Nuclear Med Tech performs diagnostic/therapeutic procedures, requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. Assumes responsibility for tasks and procedures as assigned. Performs data entry operations using appropriate hospital software package. Provides specialized technical skills, critical thinking, problem-solving and medical knowledge including anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Correlates related patient data, apply physics principles in order to obtain optimal images for rendering a diagnosis. Valleywise Health Medical Center is a Level One Trauma Center.

Hourly Pay Rate: $46.00

This is a POOL position

Qualifications

Education:

Requires an associate's degree from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program.

Experience:

Six months to one year Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

Requires certification in Nuclear Medicine by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or licensed by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB).
Must be licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS) Medical Radiologic Technology (MRT).
Requires BLS.
A BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center is preferred and will be required within 3 months.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

The incumbent must have considerable knowledge of Nuclear Medicine theories, procedures, techniques, and computer applications as well as the principles of radiation protection as related to the safe handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive isotopes.
The incumbent must be familiar with established policies and procedures as required by the ARRA.
Ability to communicate well, both verbal and written and possess good organizational skills in relation to maintenance of patient records to document receipt and distribution of radioactive materials.
The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.
The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life-span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's departmental policies and procedures.
Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pool at Valleywise Health System – Phoenix, Arizona

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