Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Lafayette, CO
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Nuclear Medicine Technologist specializing in nuclear medicine performs nuclear medicine procedures to obtain diagnostic imaging results in accordance with provider specifications. The role includes patient preparation and transfer, operation of imaging equipment, radioisotope administration, image-quality evaluation, and collaboration with radiologists and the care team.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shifts scheduled for 36 hours per week; rotating call and holiday coverage may be required, with no weekend assignment indicated.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Two years of experience.
  • One year of clinical positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) experience.
  • Intravenous (IV) skills.
  • Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in nuclear medicine.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Knowledge of nuclear medicine procedures, nuclear medicine imaging, radioisotopes, radiation safety measures, sterile technique, infection prevention policies, and image-quality assessment.
  • Strong organizational, communication, multitasking, attention-to-detail, and deadline-management skills.
• Additional Information:
  • Performs nuclear medicine procedures, including patient positioning, immobilization, transfer, and examination assistance.
  • Operates and maintains nuclear medicine imaging and related equipment.
  • Prepares and administers radioisotopes according to radiologist protocols.
  • Follows radiation safety measures, including the as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) principle, to support patient and staff safety.
  • Maintains records of radioisotope receipt, use, storage, and disposal in accordance with applicable state and federal guidelines.
  • Submits required images and clinical information for radiologist interpretation and evaluates image quality.
  • Practices sterile technique and follows infection prevention policies.
  • A personal radiation monitoring badge, or dosimeter, is required for the assignment.
  • Demonstrates proficiency with computers and the Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn relevant applications.

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