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Duke University

Private research university in Durham, NC

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeDurham, NC, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduate from or complete a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry or certification, or currently hold the required registry or certification.
  • Level I employees must obtain ARRT or NMCTB certification within 18 months of employment.
  • Level II requires a minimum of two years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
  • Level III requires a minimum of four years of experience within the specialty modality sought for promotion.
  • Obtain ARRT (N) certification and/or NMTCB certification within 18 months of employment.
  • Hold BLS certification.
  • Be able to use office-related computer software and have general computer knowledge.
  • Possess knowledge of radiation protection and safety.
  • Have IV placement and management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and participate in technical procedures, including in vivo and in vitro studies, and operate radiation detection and measurement instruments, including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma equipment, and apparatus for in vitro counting.
  • Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for patient administration and formulate radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits.
  • Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction.
  • Calculate patient study results and radioactive decay data.
  • Evaluate recorded images for technical quality.
  • Process computerized image data, including function curves and reconstructed SPECT images.
  • Meet patients’ physical and psychological needs during examinations, initiate life support measures when necessary, and care for patients of all ages.
  • Maintain area supply inventory and records concerning radiopharmaceutical receipt, dispensing, and disposal; maintain records of orders and of receipt and disposal of radioactive material, including material used in brachytherapy procedures.
  • Provide instruction and technical guidance to radiologic technology students or other advanced imaging technologists, and assist in training new employees.
  • Monitor the Nuclear Medicine Department with a portable survey meter for possible contamination.
  • Prepare patients for EKGs and perform tracings.
  • Assist in developing and evaluating procedures and techniques for specific protocols, and consult physicians regarding the application of nuclear medicine procedures and techniques.
  • Administer thyroid therapy under the direct supervision of a radiologist after prior clinical and nuclear medicine diagnosis; ensure pharmaceutical decay, calculate the correct dosage using a dose calibrator, and observe patient dosage to ensure proper treatment.
  • Assist with the quality assurance program for equipment calibration and maintenance.
  • Assist with education and training of new physicians, including interns, residents, and fellows, as applicable.
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

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Duke University

Private research university in Durham, NC

Duke University is a research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional education alongside interdisciplinary research and health care.

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