PART-TIME NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST

Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.

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JOB LOCATION

Duke Cardiology of Raleigh - 3320 Wake Forest Rd

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Part-Time Nuclear Medicine Technologist to coordinate and participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests and determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials and measurement instrumentation.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma and apparatus for in vitro counting.

• Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulate radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits. Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Calculate data to include results of patient studies and radioactive decay.
• Evaluate recorded images for technical quality.
• Process computerized image data to include function curves and reconstructed SPECT images.
• Explain the procedure to patients.  Assume care for physical and psychological needs of patient of all ages during an examination, initiates life support measures for patient, if necessary.
• Performs IV, EKG prep, tracing

- Maintain daily, weekly, quarterly and annual quality control on nuclear imaging equipment and hot lab equipment.   Maintain inventory of supplies in assigned area; prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing and disposal activities. Maintain records of order, receipt and disposal of all radioactive material in the department.

• Monitor the Nuclear Medicine Department with portable survey meter for possible contamination.
• Insures decay of pharmaceutical and calculates for correct dosage in dose calibrator, observes patient dosage to insure proper dose is given under direct supervision of cardiologist
• Maintain the Nuclear Medicine Department to be in compliance with the ICANL accreditation standards, NC Department of Radiation Protection and JACHO standards.

- Assist in the development and evaluation of new procedures and techniques to meet the needs of specific protocols as required: consult with physician concerning the application of nuclear medicine procedures and techniques.

• Assist in quality assurance program relating to calibration and maintenance of equipment and quality improvement within the Nuclear Medicine Department.  Conduct QA and Radiation Safety Committee meetings.

- Provide instruction and technical guidance in training new employees. Assist with the education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, and fellows) as applicable.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Requires successful completion of an AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Technology training program.

• Minimum of two years’ experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, with experience in Cardiology.

JOB HOURS

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.