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Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Wiregrass Ranch Hospital, Wesley Chapel, Florida
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Wiregrass Ranch Hospital, Wesley Chapel, Florida
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
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Position Summary Site:
FMCOH Wiregrass Ranch Hospital
Location:
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Position:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Department:
Nuclear Medicine
Elevating Healthcare in Wesley Chapel and West Florida, Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Wiregrass Ranch Hospital is poised to revolutionize healthcare in Wesley Chapel and the broader West Florida region. This five-story, state‑of‑the‑art multi‑specialty hospital spans 380,000 square feet, purpose‑built to serve one of Florida’s fastest‑growing communities with exceptional, outcomes‑focused care.
Designed For Excellence
Opening with 102 beds, expandable to 300 beds at full build‑out
9 advanced operating rooms, including a hybrid OR with real‑time imaging capabilities
Comprehensive services in cardiology, neurology, oncology, surgery, and more
From life‑saving procedures to advanced diagnostics, this facility is engineered to meet the evolving needs of our community with precision and compassion.
Job Summary Nuclear medicine technologists are direct patient caregivers. They perform dose preparation and administration functions for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purpose; perform patient procedures, process, and enhance images, and prepare images for interpreting physician to view.
Responsibilities
Perform 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.
Exercise professional judgment in performance of services and maintain a demeanor complementary to quality care.
Deliver appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
Adhere to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
Perform all nuclear medicine dynamic, static and functional procedures required by specific studies.
Perform SPECT and SPECT CT imaging as required by guidelines or physician order.
Perform PET imaging on a rotational basis as outlined in written procedures or directed by interpreting physician, as required.
Perform all computer acquisition, processing and documentation as required by procedure.
Perform quality control on all Nuclear Medicine instrumentation as outlined by written procedure or manufacturer guidelines.
Order and administer radiopharmaceuticals including positron emitters as required.
Maintain records as outlined by the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
Perform all safety checks as outlined by the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
Perform venipuncture and evaluate 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 by guidelines or physician order.
Prepare radiopharmaceutical doses and calculate exact patient dosages as required by law and maintain records.
Assist in the administration of therapeutic radioactive materials with an authorized user.
Participate in the corporate ALARA Radiation Safety Program.
Ensure safety of all customers.
Maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other standards.
Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
Participate in Process Improvement activities.
May be required to work at any facility.
Provide safe patient transport.
Handle, dispose, and decontaminate radioactive materials, while maintaining records of such under Florida Department of Health regulations. Maintain a working knowledge of procedural changes and equipment updates.
Demonstrate professional judgment and decision‑making skills as required; solicit supervisory input as appropriate.
Responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the patient studies.
Responsible for patient and family education of the studies being performed.
Participate in ensuring compliance with applicable regulations including but not limited to OSHA, The Joint Commission, FDA, NRC, EPA, and the Florida Department of Health.
Qualifications Education/Training Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Licensure/Certification
Must meet ONE of the following in totality: Maintain current certification as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) – OR
Maintain current certification as an (ARRT) (N) American Registry of Radiology Technologists in Nuclear Medicine
Must meet ALL of the following: Maintain current Florida State License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Maintain current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider; Hospitals and Health Care
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
role at
Orlando Health
Position Summary Site:
FMCOH Wiregrass Ranch Hospital
Location:
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Position:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Department:
Nuclear Medicine
Elevating Healthcare in Wesley Chapel and West Florida, Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Wiregrass Ranch Hospital is poised to revolutionize healthcare in Wesley Chapel and the broader West Florida region. This five-story, state‑of‑the‑art multi‑specialty hospital spans 380,000 square feet, purpose‑built to serve one of Florida’s fastest‑growing communities with exceptional, outcomes‑focused care.
Designed For Excellence
Opening with 102 beds, expandable to 300 beds at full build‑out
9 advanced operating rooms, including a hybrid OR with real‑time imaging capabilities
Comprehensive services in cardiology, neurology, oncology, surgery, and more
From life‑saving procedures to advanced diagnostics, this facility is engineered to meet the evolving needs of our community with precision and compassion.
Job Summary Nuclear medicine technologists are direct patient caregivers. They perform dose preparation and administration functions for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purpose; perform patient procedures, process, and enhance images, and prepare images for interpreting physician to view.
Responsibilities
Perform 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.
Exercise professional judgment in performance of services and maintain a demeanor complementary to quality care.
Deliver appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
Adhere to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
Perform all nuclear medicine dynamic, static and functional procedures required by specific studies.
Perform SPECT and SPECT CT imaging as required by guidelines or physician order.
Perform PET imaging on a rotational basis as outlined in written procedures or directed by interpreting physician, as required.
Perform all computer acquisition, processing and documentation as required by procedure.
Perform quality control on all Nuclear Medicine instrumentation as outlined by written procedure or manufacturer guidelines.
Order and administer radiopharmaceuticals including positron emitters as required.
Maintain records as outlined by the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
Perform all safety checks as outlined by the Florida Department of Health, Radiation Control.
Perform venipuncture and evaluate 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 by guidelines or physician order.
Prepare radiopharmaceutical doses and calculate exact patient dosages as required by law and maintain records.
Assist in the administration of therapeutic radioactive materials with an authorized user.
Participate in the corporate ALARA Radiation Safety Program.
Ensure safety of all customers.
Maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other standards.
Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
Participate in Process Improvement activities.
May be required to work at any facility.
Provide safe patient transport.
Handle, dispose, and decontaminate radioactive materials, while maintaining records of such under Florida Department of Health regulations. Maintain a working knowledge of procedural changes and equipment updates.
Demonstrate professional judgment and decision‑making skills as required; solicit supervisory input as appropriate.
Responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the patient studies.
Responsible for patient and family education of the studies being performed.
Participate in ensuring compliance with applicable regulations including but not limited to OSHA, The Joint Commission, FDA, NRC, EPA, and the Florida Department of Health.
Qualifications Education/Training Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Licensure/Certification
Must meet ONE of the following in totality: Maintain current certification as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) – OR
Maintain current certification as an (ARRT) (N) American Registry of Radiology Technologists in Nuclear Medicine
Must meet ALL of the following: Maintain current Florida State License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Maintain current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider; Hospitals and Health Care
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