Job Information
Covenant Health NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST in Nashua, New Hampshire
The starting rate for this position is: $24.59
Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals to patients undergoing scans for diagnostic purposes. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will use the scanner to create images of various areas of the patient’s body which will emit radiation from the drugs to indicate the presences of diseases.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
Radiant Epic Access
Preparing and administrating radiopharmaceuticals orally or by injection or inhalation.
Explaining the imaging procedure to patients, answering questions and ensuring their comfort while placing them in the appropriate position for scanning.
Operating imaging equipment, such as SPECT /CT scanners.
Processing images of the brain, thyroid, bone, heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver on the computer.
Keeping detailed records of the amount and type of radiopharmaceutical used and of the procedure.
Producing computer-generated images for interpretation by the physicians.
Following safety procedures to protect staff and patients from unnecessary radiation exposure.
Maintaining current knowledge of the frequent advances, innovations, and developments in the field.
Other duties as consistent with this role.
Job Requirements: (education and experience/preferred and required)
Job Knowledge and Skills
Operating equipment and ensuring the safety of all medical staff and patients from unnecessary radiation exposure.
Excellent technical and computer skills
Attention to detail.
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Education and Experience
NH license and certification to practice nuclear medicine required
Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required
1 year experience preferred
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.
Americans with Disabilities Statement
Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.
Standard of Business Conduct
Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
•Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
•Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
•Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
•Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).