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Orlando Health

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Outpatient Cardiology ORL

Orlando Health, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885

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Position Summary At Orlando Health Heart and Vascular Institute, our renowned cardiologists, heart and vascular surgeons, and cardiovascular professionals work together to provide award‑winning care in 40 specialties, using the latest in diagnostic imaging and treatment options. Our multidisciplinary team includes more than 70 physicians in 24 locations across Central Florida, spanning Orange, Osceola, Lake, Seminole, Highlands and Okeechobee counties. As a part of Orlando Health, the Heart and Vascular Institute includes a network of community and specialty hospitals with more than 4,000 providers.

We are seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist with cardiac experience for a full‑time position offering four 10‑hour shifts, Monday‑Friday.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)

Life Insurance

Extended Leave Plan (ELP)

Family Care (child care, elder care, pet care)

Paid Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Car Insurance

100% PAID Tuition & tuition reimbursement

Monthly payments to help pay down any graduate school debt

All benefits start day one

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Performs diagnostic nuclear medicine, therapeutic nuclear medicine, PET scanning, cardiac stress lab functions, and radiopharmacy functions as required. If dual certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), may also perform diagnostic CT imaging as required by guidelines or physician order.

Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.

Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.

Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.

Performs all nuclear medicine dynamic, static and functional procedures required by specific studies.

Performs SPECT and SPECT CT imaging as required by guidelines or physician order.

Performs PET imaging on a rotational basis as outlined in written procedures or directed by interpreting physician, as required.

Performs all computer acquisition, processing and documentation as required by procedure.

Performs quality control on all nuclear medicine instrumentation as outlined by written procedure or manufacturer guidelines.

Orders and administers radiopharmaceuticals including positron emitters as required.

Maintains records as outlined by the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.

Performs all safety checks as outlined by the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.

Performs venipuncture and evaluates IV access for the purpose of radiopharmaceutical and medication administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner; if dual certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), may also administer contrast as required.

Prepares radiopharmaceutical doses and calculates exact patient dosages as required by law and maintains records of such.

Assists in the administration of therapeutic radioactive materials with an authorized user.

Participates in the corporate ALARA Radiation Safety Program.

Ensures safety of all customers.

Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.

Other Related Functions:

Participates in Process Improvement activities; may be required to work at any facility; provides safe patient transport; handles, disposes, and decontaminates radioactive materials with records maintained under the regulations of the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control; maintains working knowledge of procedural changes and equipment updates; demonstrates professional judgment and decision‑making skills; responsible for completeness and accuracy of patient studies and patient/family education; participates in ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

Qualifications

Education/Training:

Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Licensure/Certification:

Must have one of the following: Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) OR Certified by (ARRT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine.

Must also maintain current Florida State License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist and current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience:

None required; must have knowledge of nuclear medicine equipment, procedures, and radiation safety.

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