Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Hermiston, OR
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Nuclear Medicine Technologist The organization is seeking a qualified Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a full-time position within a healthcare facility. The role involves performing diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures, preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, and ensuring high-quality imaging for interpretation by licensed practitioners. The candidate will provide patient-centered care while exercising professional judgment and maintaining ethical standards.

Job Details

• Position Description: Provides health care services applying radionuclides to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs nuclear medicine procedures, and related techniques producing images for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.
• Essential Job Functions:
  • Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures, including correlating patient's clinical history with procedures and documenting information.
  • Prepares patients for procedures, provides instructions, and ensures cooperation.
  • Selects and operates radiation detection, imaging, and associated equipment.
  • Positions patients and equipment to best demonstrate anatomical areas of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
  • Prepares, calculates, identifies, and/or administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
  • Evaluates images for technical quality and proper identification.
  • Verifies informed consent, assists with interventional procedures, and practices aseptic techniques as necessary.
  • Assumes responsibility for physical and emotional patient needs during procedures.
  • Initiates basic life support actions when necessary.
  • Maintains knowledge of and observes universal precautions.
  • Assists in maintaining records, reports equipment malfunctions, and participates in quality assessment and improvement activities.
  • Provides practical instruction to students and/or other health care professionals.
  • Participates in departmental supply and equipment decisions.
  • Pursues continuing education to maintain licensure or certification.
  • Completes other duties as assigned, supporting the organizations mission and policies.
• Required Qualifications: Associate or bachelors degree from an accredited nuclear medicine program; OBMI and ARRT registered nuclear medicine technologist; current BLS certification; minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Schedule: Day shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM, with 40 hours per week.
• Additional Information: Position involves patient preparation, imaging, radiopharmaceutical administration, image evaluation, and assisting with interventional procedures. Expected to support quality improvement initiatives and participate in continuing education.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
  • Private housing or generous housing allowance
  • Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Competitive salaries
  • Referral bonuses
  • Travel reimbursement
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Direct deposit/free checking
  • Unlimited free CE credits