Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Carson City, NV

Description

US:NV:Carson City Imaging Nuclear Medicine

Part Time

About Carson Tahoe Health

CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5^th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.

Summary

Performs nuclear medicine imaging and non-imaging procedures for therapeutic, diagnostic and tracer studies. Assists radiologists and other specialists in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures. Provides procedure-related patient care and education. Maintains records and documentation of procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receives, handles, stores, prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals according to prescribed dose or protocol and in compliance with Quality Management Plan (QMP for NRC). Administration to patient is directly supervised by a Radiologist. 
• Operates needed equipment to produce appropriate images and measure concentrations of radioactive isotopes in specified areas of the body. 
• Explains and prepares patients for procedures and assists patient with proper positioning for imaging. 
• Practices radiation protection procedures according to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) for patients, self and others. Practices medical and surgical aseptic and sterile techniques. 
• Documents patient assessment/history related to procedures and provides patient care and education to meet patient’s physical and psychological needs. 
• Performs and documents equipment quality control according to department protocols; recognizes and reports any malfunction or variation to supervisor for recommended service or replacement. 
• Maintains manual and computerized patient, department, and hospital records. Initiates computer archive functions to store and/or retrieve patient information. Performs associated clerical tasks as needed. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required 

• Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine or with Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). 
• State of Nevada license for Nuclear Medicine Technologist. 
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) / Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Providers.

Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada

• Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
• Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
• Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
• We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
• Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system

Our Benefits

• No State Income Tax
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
• Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
• 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses
• On Site Education & Certification Programs
• Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
• Free Calm App Subscription