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Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Multi-Modality Technologist)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 33 days ago
About the Role
The Nuclear Medicine Technologists (Multi-Modality) must be able to function independently and operate as a member of a multi-leveled organization. Nuclear Medicine Technologists in this assignment perform fusion imaging such as PET/CT, SPECT/CT and/or PET/MR procedures that include diagnostic nuclear medicine, CT, and/or MR fused images. Assignments may include injection of contrast and recognition of allergic reaction, contraindications, and medication interactions.
What You'll Do
- →Major Duties: Possess excellent venipuncture techniques using a variety of equipment, such as butterfly setups, syringes with needles and IV catheters.
- →The individual must be able to work without supervision and be able to set reasonable priorities.
- →Verify the constancy, accuracy, and linearity of survey meters and dose calibrators, or have them serviced to ensure a safe environment following radiation protection guidelines in accordance with ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles.
- →The individual of the different isotopes used.
- →Recognize acceptable daily QC scans and be able to perform monthly and quarterly QC as required by the manufacturer.
- →Must have practical knowledge and skill in the use of ancillary equipment with an understanding of how the results will affect the study outcome.
- →Must be able to troubleshoot and make simple repairs to PET/CT and/or PET/MR imaging systems.
- →The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff Nuclear Medicine Physicians, physician extenders, and the Chief Technologist/Supervisor to optimize patient care and image quality.
- →Ability to educate referring physicians toward study appropriateness and patient preparation, as well as performing complex exams is desired.
- →Must have the skill to be able to differentiate multi-modality protocols and adjust protocols according to patient needs, body mass index, or area of interest.
- →Must have a high level of computer proficiency and the knowledge of unique scanning and processing parameters required of multi-modality imaging.
- →Expectations center on the performance of high-quality imaging consistent with protocols for prescribed examination.
- →Must be attentive to the needs of the patient and be able to care for patients during all stages of the procedure and provide emergency response care when necessary.
- →Must be able to communicate and anticipate possible limitations in view of the capabilities of the imaging equipment.
Requirements
- ✓You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this job.
- ✓All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
- ✓Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
- ✓Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- ✓Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
- ✓Subject to background/security investigation.
- ✓Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
- ✓Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
- ✓Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
- ✓Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
- ✓As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Personality Fit
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