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Lee Health

PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist - GCMC

Lee Health, Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916

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Location:

Gulf Coast Medical Center -13681 Doctor's Way Fort Myers FL 33912

Department:

Radiology - Nuclear Medicine

Work Type:

PRN

Shift:

Shift 1

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:

$43.55 - $43.55 / hour

Summary Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine imaging and emergency procedures. Exercises judgment to assess and respond to patient's needs prior to, during and after visit to the nuclear medicine department. Provides for proper comfort, care, and safety of the patient prior to, during, and after procedures. Evaluates and maintains quality control program for instrumentation to insure its credibility and reliability. Utilizes appropriate technique to insure quality diagnostic images and/or laboratory results. Involved in procurement, preparation, quality control, calculation, identification, documentation, administration, disposal, storage, and safe handling of radiopharmaceuticals. Assists the authorized users in the application and management of therapeutic radionuclide treatment. Educates the public, and uses techniques that will minimize radiation exposure to the patient, general public, and health care personnel consistent with the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) concept. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Participates in staff/student orientation and training. May transport non-narcotic medications as directed. Required to participate in "on-call" rotation as determined by specific department needs.

Requirements Educational Requirements Education level is typically a degree or diploma in nuclear medicine. The specific program of study and preferred or required qualifications are left unlisted in the source text.

Additional Requirements Graduation from Accredited Nuclear Medicine Program or acceptable equivalent schooling

Experience Requirements No Experience Required

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Nuclear Medicine Technologist License

– Required

Certifications/Registration Requirements

BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)

– Required

US:FL:Fort Myers

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