Nuclear Medicine Technician jobs in Virginia

Nuclear Medicine Technician provides diagnostic aid to physicians by conducting organ or body scans on patients. Administers and records isotope dosages in accordance with established departmental protocol. Being a Nuclear Medicine Technician observes patients during procedures and reports any abnormal activity. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Nuclear Medicine Technician typically reports to a chief technologist or manager. Requires registration with the Nuclear Medicine Technology certification Board, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.), or the American Society of Clinical Pathology. Nuclear Medicine Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Nuclear Medicine Technician
  • LewisGale Medical Center
  • Salem, VA FULL_TIME
  • Introduction


    Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join LewisGale Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

    Qualified candidates can receive up to a $15,000 sign on bonus, apply today! Current HCA employees are not eligible for the sign on bonus.


    Benefits

    We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At LewisGale Medical Center, we offer eligible colleagues an attractive benefit package that includes medical, wellbeing, dental and vision benefits along with some unique benefits including:

    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Personal Leave
    • 401K (100% annual match - 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)
    • Academic Assistance and Reimbursements for Tuition and Student Loans
    • Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, Mental Health Apps, Education Apps, Identity Theft Protection etc.
    • Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
    • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
    • Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage
    • Adoption Assistance
    • Legal Benefits and lots more!

    Learn more about Employee Benefits

    Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Technician where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

    Job Summary and Qualifications

    As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you would perform all established nuclear medicine procedures You would perform required calibration and quality checks noting results in appropriate logs, while practicing radiation safety and observe universal precautions at all times.

    • You would order, prepare and store radiopharmaceuticals; administer intravenous or venous line injections of radiopharmaceuticals as authorized by physician, as well as administer radioisotopes parenterally when legally permissible.
    • Interact with physician to adjust diagnostic studies program/plan.
    • Manipulate raw data. Review studies for correct positioning and overall quality.
    • Perform decontamination procedures and maintains security of all "hot" and "decay" areas
    • You will participate in on-call duties and/or work variable shifts to meet department needs.


    Requirements

    • Graduate from an Accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
    • Certification by CNMT or ARRT in Nuclear Medicine licensure.
    • Basic Life Support Certification.
    • Ability to perform Nuclear Medicine procedures following accepted standards and protocols.

    LewisGale Medical Center has provided quality healthcare services since 1909. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 500 bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities in the Salem area. We specialize in heart and vascular care—including the latest advanced technology available through our designated Heart Center—as well as orthopedics and spine care, services for mental and behavioral health and cancer care.

    At LewisGale Medical Center, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

    HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


    "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
    HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

    If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Nuclear Medicine Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

    We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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Nuclear Medicine Technician
  • LewisGale Hospital Montgomery
  • Blacksburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join LewisGale Hospital Montgomer...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Nuclear Medicine Technician
  • Spectrum Healthcare Resources
  • Portsmouth, VA FULL_TIME
  • Nuclear Medicine Technician ID 2024-21522 Category Specialty Technicians - Nuclear Medicine Technician Facility DOD / MTF - Virginia - Portsmouth Naval Medical Center Job Description Spectrum Healthca...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Nuclear Medicine Technician
  • Spectrum Healthcare Resources
  • Virginia, VA OTHER
  • Job Description Spectrum Healthcare Resources has a POTENTIAL opportunity for a civilian Nuclear Medicine Technician at Portsmouth Naval Medical Center in Virginia Beach, VA. Position Highlights: Emph...
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Manufacturing Technician Level I-III
  • Sun Nuclear Corp
  • Norfolk, VA FULL_TIME
  • CIRS technicians play a vital role in the creation of Phantom Technology and Tissue stimulation under direction of supervisors and engineers. In an industrial type environment our technicians can perf...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist / Nuclear Medicine Technologist
  • Cross Country Healthcare
  • Richmond, VA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description As a nuclear medicine technologist, you'll prepare patients for testing by administering radioactive drugs. Working under the supervision of a physician at a hospital, physician's offi...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Income Estimation for Nuclear Medicine Technician jobs
$79,222 to $96,459

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