Nuclear Med Tech

US-NC-Raeford

Job ID: 2026-19456
Type: Full Time: 40 hrs/wk
# of Openings: 1
Category: Allied Health
FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital - Hoke

Overview



Responsibilities

Nuclear Med Tech Job Summary

• Patient Care:

  • Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals orally, by injection, or inhalation.

  • Start patient IVs.

  • Explain imaging procedures to patients, answer their questions, and ensure their comfort.

  • Position patients appropriately for scanning.

• Technical Duties:

  • Conduct NM studies such as Nuclear Stress Tests, Bone Scans, HIDA Scans, Lung Scans, Thyroid Scans, Liver Scans, and Brain Scans.

  • Prepare facilities according to procedural requirements and calibrate equipment as needed.

  • Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals used, received, and disposed of, using computer systems and following physician's prescriptions.

  • Perform computer processing and imaging enhancement.

  • Provide images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation.

• Quality Control:

  • Monitor the department's daily, monthly, and quarterly quality control (QC) under the guidelines of the NRC.

  • Ensure compliance with departmental protocols and safety standards.

• Collaboration:

  • Thrive in an environment where exceptional customer service, communication, and teamwork are top priorities.

  • Work with a supportive management team.

  • Utilize a comprehensive Electronic Medical Record System (EPIC) for documentation and communication.

Qualifications

Nuclear Med Tech Qualifications

• Education and Certification:

  • Must be registered in Nuclear Medicine through NMTCB or ARRT.

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

• Experience:

  • Training and experience in conducting various NM studies, including Nuclear Stress Tests, Bone Scans, HIDA Scans, Lung Scans, Thyroid Scans, Liver Scans, and Brain Scans.

• Skills:

  • Strong technical skills in preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals and operating NM equipment.

  • Excellent patient care skills, including the ability to explain procedures and ensure patient comfort.

  • Proficiency in computer processing and imaging enhancement.

  • Ability to monitor and maintain quality control standards.

  • Exceptional customer service, communication, and teamwork skills.