Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

  • R-0000026390
  • Columbia, South Carolina
  • Healthcare Support
  • Clinical & Research Support Services
  • Part Time
  • Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Job Description Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the nuclear medicine equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans. Administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications to obtain diagnostic images and/or provides therapy as ordered by physician. Performs quality care to pediatric through adult patients using professional and ethical judgment along with critical thinking in performing duties.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

PRN

Cost Center

CC000822 COL - Diagnostic Radiology (NMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

Job Description

This is a PRN position working variable day(s) M-F 7:30a-5:30p.

Entity/Organization:  MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)

FLSA Status: Hourly; This is a PRN position working variable day(s) M-F 7:30a-5:30p.

Job Description/Summary:    


The Nuclear Medicine Technologist assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the nuclear medicine equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans. Administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications to obtain diagnostic images and/or provides therapy as ordered by physician. Performs quality care to pediatric through adult patients using professional and ethical judgment along with critical thinking in performing duties.

Minimum Training and Education


Education : Graduate of an ARRT or NMTCB recognized Nuclear Medicine Program required. Work Experience:  0-2 years in Radiologic experience
 

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Must be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) from the NMTCB or Registered Technologist (RT (N)) from ARRT or registry eligible.

Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) required.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers.. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.


Physical Requirements:  Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education


Education : Graduate of an ARRT or NMTCB recognized Nuclear Medicine Program required. Work Experience:  0-2 years in Radiologic experience
 

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Must be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) from the NMTCB or Registered Technologist (RT (N)) from ARRT or registry eligible.

Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) required.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers.. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Health and life insurance plans
  • Dental and vision insurance plans
  • 401(k) retirement plan matching
  • SCRS, ORP, and PORS plan options
  • Disability insurance plans
  • Wellbeing resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Perks and discounts
  • Personal time off

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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