Staffing Agency Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Company: Bryan Health
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Summary GENERAL SUMMARY: Performs all types of Nuclear Medicine
procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Utilizes
radiopharmaceuticals, imaging procedures and techniques to assist
in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical problems for
patients throughout the age continuum. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1.
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently
demonstrates our core values. 2. *Performs radionuclide procedures,
including PET/CT and Spect/CT, under the authorization of a
physician with a Radioactive Materials License issued by the
Nebraska Health and Human Services Department of Radiological
Health. 3. *Prepares radiopharmaceuticals for administration by
injection, ingestion, and inhalation; applies EKG patches and
cables. 4. *Uses sterile technique as required. 5. *Optimally
demonstrates patient anatomy and function through proper
positioning, isotope selection, and selection of technical factors.
6. *Performs venipuncture. 7. *Adheres to all state and federal
regulatory requirements for control of radiation and practices
radiation safety procedures; provides proper documentation for
regulatory and accreditation requirements. 8. *Assists Radiologist
in the therapeutic use of radioisotopes under prescribed safety
conditions as applicable. 9. *Competently operates all nuclear
medicine equipment, EPIC and PACS; performs and evaluates images
for technical quality. 10. *Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates,
and documents patient care and procedures in accordance with
established nuclear medicine standards and guidelines. 11.
*Maintains accurate records of isotopes used. 12. *Completes
quality control on scanning equipment; maintains a safe working
environment. 13. *Reviews patient history and provide accurate
documentation of studies. 14. *Properly cares for and images
patients of all ages; maintains patient confidentiality. 15.
*Coordinates exams within the department and with other departments
to provide expedient and complete care; communicates with medical
staff, coworkers, patients, families and other hospital staff to
assure quality patient care. 16. *Handles telephone calls for
scheduling, coordination, and questions with courtesy and accuracy.
17. *Participates in the departments quality improvement plan as
required. 18. *Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment as
necessary; notifies supervisor of equipment problems and calls
appropriate service vendors as needed. 19. *Keeps work area
properly supplied. 20. *Accesses and administers drugs and
biologicals that are pertinent to essential job functions in
accordance with standard operating procedures. 21. *Utilizes AIDET
communication and provides patient education to inform patient
about procedure to minimize patient anxiety. 22. Assists with
departmental orientation and student clinical education as directed
23. Cross-trains into other areas of noninvasive CVS such as the
role of the treadmill tech during exercise stress testing and
assistance with bubble studies in echocardiography. 24. Transports
patient and/or equipment alone or with assistance in bed, wheeled
cart, or wheelchair to designated area. 25. Maintains professional
growth and development through seminars, workshops, and
professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field
of expertise. 26. Participates in meetings, committees and
department projects as assigned. 27. Performs other related
projects and duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIES: 1. Maintains clinical competency as required for the
unit including but not limited to age-specific competencies
relative to patients growth and developmental needs, annual skill
competency verification and mandatory education and competencies.
2. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software
applications relevant to work functions. 3. Knowledge of the
principal functions of nuclear medicine including radiation safety
procedures. 4. Knowledge of the clinical applications of nuclear
medicine, positioning and use of technical factors for
non-invasive, invasive and therapeutic procedures. 5. Knowledge of
Joint Commission, federal and state regulatory requirements. 6.
Skill in operating nuclear medicine equipment, cameras, PACS, and
other related systems. 7. Ability to react and perform work
effectively under stressful and emergent situations. 8. Ability to
communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 9. Ability to
prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision. 10.
Ability to interact effectively with patients, family, staff, and
physicians. 11. Ability to care for diverse patient populations
throughout the age continuum. 12. Ability to exercise courtesy and
professionalism in the work environment. 13. Ability to practice
proper body mechanics to ensure personal and patient safety. 14.
Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal
supervision. 15. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of
patients and families in accordance with HIPPA regulations and
hospital procedures. 16. Ability to maintain regular and punctual
attendance. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Current certification or by
the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (CNMT) or the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear
Medicine. OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS: Basic Life Support
(CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American
Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red
Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training
Network.
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