Nuclear Medicine Technologist

• Location: Jacksonville, FL
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital
• Department: Cardiac Nuclear Medicine Ambulatory
• Schedule: Day shift | PRN

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• Execute therapeutic and diagnostic imaging procedures to capture high-quality, precise images essential for accurate radiologist and physician interpretation.
• Manage and operate specialized imaging equipment and perform accurate patient positioning to ensure the highest image quality while prioritizing patient comfort and safety.
• Handle radiopharmaceuticals by accurately ordering, preparing, and administering them in strict adherence to all established radiation safety and disposal protocols.
• Maintain the integrity of patient records by promptly ensuring all high-quality images and related data are accurately submitted to PACS.
• Combines compassionate care with up to date technical knowledge to provide patients with a sense of trust and reassurance.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the Florida Department of Health obtained prior to hire
  date or job transfer date required. Florida license requirements not applicable to associates working in Georgia.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
  degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.