Nuclear Tech

We are hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for an exciting opportunity to join our growing team!

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, 401k, PTO, life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and holiday pay.

Monday-Friday with hours typically being 8AM - 5PM. No nights/call/weekends/major holidays.

In addition to your usual nuclear medicine responsibilities, this position will also provide the opportunity to perform cardiac PET stress tests, on a bi-weekly basis. Previous experience in cardiac PET is not required, we are willing to train!

Duties may include but not limited to:

• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patient and answer questions/concerns related to procedure.
• Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received and used following physician's prescription.
• Start patient IV’s and administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation to patients to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of physician.
• Interpret EKG results.
• Maintain patient safety standards while patient is undergoing procedure.
• Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
• Perform/process cardiac function studies (i.e. myocardial perfusion imaging, viability imaging, and cardiac amyloidosis imaging)
• Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of NMIS (nuclear medicine information system)

Requirements:

• Dependable team player is a must.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Must be able to recognize and respond to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.
• Must be certified in ARRT(N) or CNMT and hold an active BLS.
• Always provide exceptional patient care & etiquette
• Flexibility in schedule and location. Schedule may occasionally be 7AM-4PM, and travel is sporadically required for coverage at other locations (Johns Creek/Canton/Woodstock)
• Experience is preferred, however new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Heart and Vascular Care is a cardiology practice that places a priority on compassionate patient care and service. In our team-based and family-oriented setting, we strive to set a new bar for patient healthcare through a modern, friendly, and thoughtful approach.

Come be a part of our growing team. Apply and someone will be in touch!