Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Summary As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) for the Diagnostic Imagining Dept. the incumbent performs a broad spectrum of quality control and radiation safety measures, and document the data required to maintain compliance with the statutes and regulations mandated for a Nuclear Medicine Program. The NMT will perform required procedures for safe receipt, handling, transport, usage, storage and disposal of radioactive materials compliant with the NRC, NHPP, DOT and license conditions. Responsibilities Functions or duties of this position include but are not limited to: Recognize potential radiation contamination of packages and environment by visual and mechanical methods. Take necessary actions to minimize radiation contamination, and radiation exposure to self, public and coworkers. Contact the Radio pharmacy and Radiation Safety Officer for clarification and guidance as needed. Perform daily laboratory surveys; wipe tests and bio-assays. Recognize evidence of contamination and i...