Description
US Heart and Vascular is in search a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join Pima Heart and Vascular in Tucson, AZ. This position offers a 4-day workweek with 10-hour shifts.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Explains procedure to patients to assure cooperation and optimum test results
- Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculate doses, and administers doses, under direction of Physician
- Performs diagnostic studies on patients as prescribed by Physician, using scanner or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on photographic film
- Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectors
- Follows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials
- Maintains quality control of all equipment
- Safeguard the privacy of patient health information
- Attends required meetings
- Performs related work as required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must have excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills
- Work well in a team environment as well as independently when necessary
Requirements:
- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology
- Must be registered with ARRT or NMTCB
- PET experience is preferred but not required
- BLS/CPR Certification
About Tucson, AZ:
Located in Pima county, Tucson is considered the soul of the Sonoran Desert and the flavor of the Southwest, making it a hotspot for outdoor enthusiasts. Join a community rich in food, arts, culture, and the great outdoors. Tucson International Airport (TUS) off nonstop service to 20+ destination airports, with convenient one-stop connections.
Step into a meaningful role that combines advanced cardiology practice with patient-centered care. Apply today to become part of a premier cardiology practice that values both professional growth and excellence in heart health.
Contact Wendy Parker at Wendy.Parker@usheartandvascular.com or via cell at 919-210-8946.
