Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Part Time - VHC Health

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Job Description

Purpose & Scope: Performs those duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures, administering radio-pharmaceutical for the purpose of detecting pathology, evaluating function, or as a means of therapy.

At VHC Health, we are looking to expand our team and we are hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. The Nuclear Medicine Tech performs duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures, administering radio-pharmaceutical for the purpose of detecting pathology, evaluating function, or as a means of therapy.

Come join a hospital dedicated to you and your career!

VHC Health is a 453-bed not-for-profit nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC health is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations), a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Facility by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ for the 10th year in a row and has ranked Number 2 in “Best Hospitals” in the Washington, DC area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC Health, we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Knowledgeable of special requirements when imaging infants and children, including location of pediatric immobilizers, weight based administration of radiopharmaceuticals, and any other adjustments in technique, positioning or procedure necessary to obtain a quality exam.

• The technologist must keep parents/legal guardians informed at all times on the condition of minors and alleviate any fears.

• Produces high quality diagnostic medical images for interpretation and to Radiologist specification.

• Ability to prepare radio-pharmaceutical aseptically and inject such radio-pharmaceutical as necessary for the requested study.

• Responsible for thoroughly explaining all procedures to each patient before examination. Employs all necessary patient care techniques to ensure patient safety and well being.

• Schedules patients for nuclear medicine studies. Gives preparation instructions. Correlates with Cardiologists as required.

Benefits: Team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice.

• Paid Major Holidays

• Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Student Loan Repayment

• Overtime Pay, Call Pay, Preceptor, Charge and Call Back Pay Eligible

• Career Counseling, Leadership Development and Training

• Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible

• Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts

• Employee Wellness Benefits

• Hospital Discount for Employees and Family

• VHC Health Outpatient Pharmacy

• VHC Retirement Program

• Workforce Enhancement Program

• Work/Life Discounts Program

• Free onsite parking

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Leave

• 401(k) + Match

• and much more!