Nuclear Tech - PET/CT - PRN - Days job opportunity at VCU Health.



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VCU Health Nuclear Tech - PET/CT - PRN - Days
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loacation Richmond, VA, United States Of America
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**$6,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by February 28, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply. 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 Competencies Perform 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 Competencies  N/A Knowledge and Competency  Experienced 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 & Experience  Certification 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)  EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
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