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PET/CT - NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST - (80% FTE, DAYS)
Req #: 233733 Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE – PET/CT - NUCLEAR MED Job Location: UW Medical Center - Montlake Posting Date: 05/28/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: 80% of $9,959 - $15,586 per month Other Compensation: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Union Position: Yes Shift: First Shift Benefits:
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PET/CT - NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST .
WORK SCHEDULE - PART-TIME; 80% FTE; 32 HOURS PER WEEK
- Day Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION Complete radiology and imaging services using the latest technology Radiology Services at UWMC-Montlake is the premier choice for imaging in the Pacific Northwest. Our combination of expertise, service and commitment to providing the latest imaging technology offers comprehensive diagnostic support for the patient and their family.
From basic screening tests to cutting-edge procedures, our state-of-the art equipment, skilled technologists and diverse, world-class academic radiologists deliver timely, accurate results.
All of UW Medicine’s radiologists are board-certified and specialize in a variety of areas such as neuroradiology, body radiology, interventional radiology, musculoskeletal radiology, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, mammography and chest radiology. Imaging findings are integrated with all clinical data to generate comprehensive and actionable patient assessments.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Reports to the department supervisor and receives general direction from the supervisor and assigned Nuclear Medicine Lead. Perform complex clinical diagnostic examinations such as lymphoscintography, treadmill cardiac perfusion, and pharmacologic stress cardiac perfusion, and provide expertise to support nuclear medicine clinical services. Tailors examinations to individual patient in collaboration with physician. Under general direction, exercise advanced technical knowledge in a specific area of expertise such as clinical computer application or examination protocol development in the field of nuclear medicine, and provide work direction to others in area of expertise.
- Perform complex clinical diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations;
- Develop new computer applications in nuclear medicine PET
- Develop guidelines for the use and control of radiopharmaceuticals; develop standards for calibration and dispensing of radiopharmaceuticals;
- Develop new nuclear medicine examinations; establish written protocols;
- Conduct specialized tests and studies in vitro and/or in vivo
- Identify supply needs for new procedures; locate vendors for specialized supplies;
- Present in-services regarding an area of nuclear medicine;
- Design, implement and write procedures for nuclear medicine examinations; train nuclear medicine technologists in new procedures;
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS - Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) OR registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine.
- Must also be as a Certified Computed Tomography Technologist by ARRT (CT) or NMTCB.
- AND One year of experience in PET/CT
- AND Minimum two years of experience in Nuclear Medicine
OR Equivalent education/experience.
- Certification as a Radiologic Technologist – Nuclear Medicine in the State of Washington with CT registry by the ARRT or NMTCB per Washington State Department of Health Notice of Adoption of Interpretive Statement, effective July 1, 2010.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
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ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
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