Hartford HealthCare
Nuclear Medicine Technologist / Cardiology Diag (Per Diem)
Hartford HealthCare, Bridgeport, Connecticut, us, 06610
St Vincents Medical Center (10427) – Monday through Friday per diem (8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.), no weekends, holidays, or call.
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special‑needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent’s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network, and is the system’s second‑largest hospital.
Job Summary
Performs nuclear medicine therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, providing quality images to radiologists and physicians for interpretation.
Responsibilities
Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in the patient’s body to create diagnostic images.
Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately.
Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
Appropriately responds to any emergencies related to radioactive materials.
Maintains and follows accreditation protocols and procedures, works with management to maintain accreditation.
Maintains JCAHO standards as determined.
Assures appropriateness of procedure by reviewing the radiology order prior to performing the exam, and explains procedure to the patient for safety and comfort during the exam.
Able to perform on all age groups from infant to adult/geriatric.
Other duties as assigned.
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Registered Nuclear Medical Tech specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Certified Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Must have NMTCB or ARRT certification.
One or More of the Following
Registered Nuclear Medical Tech specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the ARRT.
Certified Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the NMTCB.
Must have NMTCB or ARRT certification.
Education
Associate’s degree in an Allied Health program relating to Nuclear Medicine or completion of a one‑year course of study in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Work Experience
Minimum one year experience in Nuclear Medicine Technology Imaging.
Preferably with lead experience.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees— we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
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Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special‑needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent’s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network, and is the system’s second‑largest hospital.
Job Summary
Performs nuclear medicine therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, providing quality images to radiologists and physicians for interpretation.
Responsibilities
Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in the patient’s body to create diagnostic images.
Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately.
Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
Appropriately responds to any emergencies related to radioactive materials.
Maintains and follows accreditation protocols and procedures, works with management to maintain accreditation.
Maintains JCAHO standards as determined.
Assures appropriateness of procedure by reviewing the radiology order prior to performing the exam, and explains procedure to the patient for safety and comfort during the exam.
Able to perform on all age groups from infant to adult/geriatric.
Other duties as assigned.
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Registered Nuclear Medical Tech specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Certified Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Must have NMTCB or ARRT certification.
One or More of the Following
Registered Nuclear Medical Tech specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the ARRT.
Certified Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the NMTCB.
Must have NMTCB or ARRT certification.
Education
Associate’s degree in an Allied Health program relating to Nuclear Medicine or completion of a one‑year course of study in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Work Experience
Minimum one year experience in Nuclear Medicine Technology Imaging.
Preferably with lead experience.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees— we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
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