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Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $1,752-2,019 per week

AMN Healthcare Allied • Farmville, VA 23901 • Posted 22 days ago

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AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Farmville, Virginia. The role involves preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals or radioactive material to detect or treat diseases using radioisotope equipment under the direction of a Radiologist. The technologist will also perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment, process general nuclear medicine images, and ensure compliance with radiation safety procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals or radioactive material intravenously or orally to detect or treat diseases.
  • Detects and maps radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies using a gamma camera to produce images.
  • Produces a computer-generated image for interpretation by a physician.
  • Calculates, measures, and records radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed, following physicians' prescription.
  • Performs quality control checks on laboratory equipment or cameras.
  • Maintains and calibrates radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
  • Disposes of radioactive materials and stores radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
  • Processes general nuclear medicine images and cardiac stress tests.
  • Prepares radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.
  • Records and processes results of procedures.
  • Explains all aspects of procedure to patients and keeps patients and families informed of radiation safety precautions, waiting times, and progress of procedure as necessary.

Qualifications

Required

  • Active VA license
  • NMTCB Certification
  • Basic Life Support (AHA) certification at submission
  • 2+ years of experience for solo NM tech position
  • 60 mile radius rule

Preferred

  • Experience with GE Discovery and Toshiba-Siemens Ecam equipment

Full Job Description

Job Description

AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in FARMVILLE, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Start Date: 10/07/2024
  • Duration: 4 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Job Description & Requirements\n
\nNuclear Medicine Technologist - (Nuclear Med Tech)\n
\nStartDate: 10/7/2024 \nAvailable Shifts: 8 D \nPay Rate: $1752.10 - $2018.73 \n

\nMust have 2+ references in the last 12 months of employment by a Charge Nurse, Manager, Director, or Supervisor, no gaps of 30+ days in work history, and a recent Skills Checklist IN ORDER TO BE SUBMITTED. Nuc Med Tech with 2+ years of experience needed for solo NM tech position. 90% cardiac vs. general nuclear studies. Manages the daily operations of the CENTRA Southside Community Hospitals Nuclear Lab. Equipment: GE Discovery and Toshiba-Siemens Ecam. Current VA license, ARRT(N) or NMTCB Cert, and BLS(AHA) are required at submission. Centra accepts approved declinations for Covid/Flu vaccines. All RTO must be included at submission or will be declined. 60 mile radius rule. \n\nTech Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals or radioactive material intravenously or orally to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of a Radiologist.Detects and maps radiopharmaceuticals in patients bodies, using a gamma camera to produce images. Produces a computer[1]generated for interpretation by a physician. Calculates, measures, and records radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed, following physicians prescription. Performs quality control checks on laboratory equipment or cameras. Maintains and calibrates radioisotope and laboratory equipment. Disposes of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures .Processes general nuclear medicine images and cardiac stress tests. Prepares radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients. Records and processes results of procedures. Explains all aspects of procedure to patients and keeps patients and families informed of radiation safety precautions, waiting times and progress of procedure as necessary.\n

Required Qualifications
NUC MED TECH - Active VA license, NMTCB Cert, BLS(AHA) required at submission\n

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with GE Discovery and Toshiba-Siemens Ecam equipment\n\n

Facility Location

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\nJob Benefits\n
\nAllied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) and Flex Spending
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
  • Free Continuing Education
  • Competitive Housing Deal
  • Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
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\nAbout the Company\n
\nAt AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.\n

Nuclear medicine technologist, nuclear medicine tech, nuclear medicine, radiopharmaceuticals, NMT, positron emission tomography, positron emission, PET, hospital, allied, allied health\n

AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID #3132450. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist - (Nuclear Med Tech)

About AMN Healthcare Allied

AMN Healthcare is a leading force in the healthcare industry, committed to being the most trusted, innovative, and influential partner for healthcare organizations. With a focus on providing quality patient care, AMN Healthcare offers holistic solutions that reduce costs, streamline processes, and improve efficiencies. The company boasts over 30 years of experience and takes pride in staffing leading healthcare facilities with the nation's best travelers. As an industry leader, AMN Healthcare offers a diverse team dedicated to supporting healthcare workers and facilities, ensuring a personalized and supportive experience for both clients and candidates.


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Benefits
  • Company provided housing options
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Continuing Education