Nuclear Med Tech - PET/CT - PRN - Days
Company: VCU Health
Location: Lansing
Posted on: March 13, 2026
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Job Description:
The practice of nuclear medicine is performed by a nuclear
medicine technologist responsible for the administration of
radioactive materials to humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric)
for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. A nuclear
medicine technologist performs nuclear medicine exams or treatments
at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent
practitioner.Core CompetenciesPerform all the duties of a Nuclear
Medicine Technologist I. Capable of safely administering
radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications including the
identification of incompatibilities and/or interactions. Expected
to assess a patient risk for allergic reaction prior to
administration of radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications
and following appropriate protocols for escalation of concerns.
Expected to evaluate pertinent lab values prior to administering
radiopharmaceuticals or other related medications and beginning the
ordered examination. Capable of providing accurate explanations and
instructions to the patient and family using age-appropriate
language and verifies that the patient understands and agrees to
the completion of the ordered exam. Capable of performing ordered
exam or therapy in accordance with established imaging protocols
while respecting the patient's ability and comfort. Capable of
adhering to policies and utilizing protocols to determine that
expected outcomes have been met. Capable of documenting deviations
from protocol and/or patient specific issues that may impact image
quality. Capable of notifying the appropriate health care provider
when immediate clinical response is necessary based on procedural
findings, patient condition or other relevant concerns that may
impact patient safety or care. Expected to timely complete all
required post processing, image display and transfer for physician
review. Expected timely order closure, charge entry and PACS QA
completion. Expected to routinely cover open shifts as appropriate
based on your level of competency.Advanced CompetenciesN/AKnowledge
and CompetencyExperienced and competent in routine and complex
studies. Complete understanding of technical standards, scope of
practice, department and health system policies, and safety and
service standards. Complete understanding of imaging equipment,
image processing software, instrumentation, and ancillary patient
care equipment.Education, Certification & ExperienceCertification
by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) or
Registry by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist
-Nuclear Medicine (ARRT-N) and have successfully completed their
6-month orientation. (Individuals with at least one year of
experience can be hired directly into this role) Basic Life Support
(BLS for Healthcare
Providers)EEOEmployer/Disabled/ProtectedVeteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
Keywords: VCU Health, Farmington Hills , Nuclear Med Tech - PET/CT - PRN - Days, Healthcare , Lansing, Michigan
