What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist position at LinQ Global Group?
Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Location: Pikeville, KY, 41501
Duration: Through January 9, 2027 (start date dependent)
Schedule: Day Shift, 40 hours/week
Duties
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Performs venipuncture as required for exam. Measures and administers isotopes for procedure.
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Positions patient to obtain desired views.
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Performs series of images as appropriate. Sends images to PACS for Radiologist interpretation.
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Completes documentation for radiation safety program and equipment testing .
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Prepares patient for exam by completing questionnaires and other documentation required for procedure
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Educates patient and/or family on procedure to be performed. Checks prep and maintains patient exam, history and files.
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Rotates call assignments as needed for 24-hour coverage; schedules patients in section and coordinates scheduling with other departments to ensure patient flow.
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Maintains and rotates supplies in assigned workstation and demonstrates cost efficient use of departmental resources.
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Adheres to dress code.
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Functions as a preceptor to orient new employees.
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Meets all departmental specific competencies.
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Adheres to medical center policies addressing infection control, safety, and personnel guidelines.
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Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with the medical center code of conduct and applicable corporate policies and procedures.
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Maintains patient confidentiality and treats patients and families with respect and dignity.
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Performs any other duties as assigned or requested.
Skills
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Ability to operate Nuclear Medicine equipment required. Knowledge of Keyboard Patient Registration and Sieman Software required.
Education
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Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology/Nuclear Medicine program required.
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NMTCB or ARRT certification required.
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Kentucky State certification required.
- BLS Required.