About this opportunity
TotalMed lists this Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $2,747 per week opportunity in palo alto, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Palo Alto, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 10 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
We are looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) for an immediate travel opening in Palo Alto, CA. The right NMT must have 1 year of experience.
As an NMT, you will be responsible for the preparation of radiopharmaceutical agents and administering them to patients prior to using a scanner or camera to capture images. NMTs provide technical support to physicians or others who diagnose, care for, and treat patients and to researchers who investigate the uses of radioactive drugs.
Tasks
Attain required approval and signature by nuclear medicine physicians
Transfer, position, and instruct patients in preparation for procedures
Operate the scanner or gamma scintillation camera
Perform procedures including injecting radiopharmaceuticals under the direct supervision of a radiologist
Provide assistance to patients during procedures
Ensure the environment is safe at all times for patients and staff by following safety and radiation disposal procedures
Maintain accurate patient records
Understand and use the McKesson PACS system
Requirements
Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (N) National Certification with registration in Nuclear Medicine or NMTCB-CNMT, and state-specific licensing when required.
NMTs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. NMTs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Requirements: ARRT (N), BLS, NMTCB (CNMT), 2 Years. Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
TotalMed Allied Job ID # . Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist - NMT RAD - Travel
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Worksite address
palo alto, CA, 94306, US
Who can apply
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