Local Contract - Nuclear Medical Technologist

Job Title: Local Contract - Nuclear Medical Technologist Number of positions: 1Years of experience: One to three years Shift: Day shifts- 40 hours Duration: 13 weeksStart Date: 04/28/2024Hourly pay: $54.38OT: 1.5Weekly Pay: $2,039.25JOB DESCRIPTIONSummaryDepartment: Nuclear MedicineShift timings: 10:00-18:30 Monday to Friday (8 Hours/5 Days)Per Week: 40 HoursRoles & ResponsibilitiesMaintain and operate cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.Position patients and select anatomic and technical factors accurately.Order, prepare, administer, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).Ensure equipment is properly functioning.Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department.Minimum QualificationsRequired a minimum of 2 year of Experience. Required call hours also.QUALIFICATIONSBLS and ACLSNational Institutes of Health (NIH)Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.The ability to stand for extended periods.Strong technical skills.Knowledge of medical terminologyPassionate about patient careRequires a minimum of two years of current Nuclear Med Tech experience. Graduate from a fully accredited Nuclear Medical Tech programActive unencumbered Nuclear Medical Tech Maryland state license One year of Cerner experience Requirements•COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.Participates in relevant continuing education programs.Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUSHealthcare Staffing Plus is a US based per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency. We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY.With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism. Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop.