Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Per Diem (Pottsville)

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Prepares and administers radioactive medication to patients for therapeutic or imaging purpose. Performs nuclear cardiac imaging for the cardiac patient population by operating the nuclear camera. Provides technical support to medical professionals and Physicians for the diagnosis, treatment, and care of the cardiac patient population. On-call as required by the department.

Job Duties

• Performs high quality nuclear cardiology procedure for cardiac outpatients including explanation of test and safety precautions; operates equipment, provides assistance during testing, observes patient, and reports / follows-up on any abnormal activity and documents.
• Operates cameras and other sophisticated imaging equipment to monitor how the administered drugs affect tissues and organs.
• Prepares and administers the proper dosage of radiopharmaceuticals and isotopes to patients by either injection or inhalation.
• Employs safety methods such as the use of syringe shields, gloves, and personal radiation-monitoring devices to protect patients and medical staff from radiation exposure.
• Oversees the ordering, storage, handling, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Assists in quality assurance relating to calibration and maintenance of equipment, policies, and procedures and ICAL activity.
• Performs required documentation and record keeping.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting / standing, frequent keyboard use,

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and / or social activities.