Position Overview
Job DescriptionThe 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 patientβs body which will emit radiation from the drugs to indicate the presences of diseases.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSupports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.Radiant Epic AccessPreparing 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-ge...