Ascension
Overview
Position: Nuclear Medicine / PET Technologist
Location: Destin, FL (Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast)
Department: Positron Emission Tomography PET
Schedule: 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday – Friday, with call rotation
Responsibilities
Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures providing quality images to radiologists and physicians for interpretation.
Maintain 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 images and documents 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.
Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
One or more of the following required:
Certified Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Radiologic Technologist specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
Experience & Preferences
Experience in Nuclear Medicine required
Experience with PET/CT preferred
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tutition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Important notices
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Why Join Our Team Ascension Sacred Heart is a leading provider of high-quality healthcare in South Alabama and Northwest Florida communities and operates Northwest Florida's only children’s hospital. Our faith-based ministry offers caregivers the opportunity to flourish personally and professionally in a variety of specialties.
Equal Opportunity Employment Ascension is an equal employment opportunity employer. We provide Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable laws. See EEO Know Your Rights posters for more information.
As a military friendly organization, Ascension supports military families and veterans. Pay Non-Discrimination Notice and E-Verify Information are available where applicable.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Fort Walton Beach, FL postings and related job information are included for context.
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Responsibilities
Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures providing quality images to radiologists and physicians for interpretation.
Maintain 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 images and documents 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.
Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
One or more of the following required:
Certified Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Radiologic Technologist specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
Experience & Preferences
Experience in Nuclear Medicine required
Experience with PET/CT preferred
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tutition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Important notices
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Why Join Our Team Ascension Sacred Heart is a leading provider of high-quality healthcare in South Alabama and Northwest Florida communities and operates Northwest Florida's only children’s hospital. Our faith-based ministry offers caregivers the opportunity to flourish personally and professionally in a variety of specialties.
Equal Opportunity Employment Ascension is an equal employment opportunity employer. We provide Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable laws. See EEO Know Your Rights posters for more information.
As a military friendly organization, Ascension supports military families and veterans. Pay Non-Discrimination Notice and E-Verify Information are available where applicable.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Fort Walton Beach, FL postings and related job information are included for context.
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