Summary

Conducts general Nuclear Medicine imaging of patients, within scope of demonstrated competency under the direction of a qualified physician, to include positioning of patient for demonstration of correct anatomy/pathology. Competent in preparation, dose management and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, radioisotopes, operation of radiation producing equipment, operation of the electronic radiology systems, preparation of patient room/equipment, provides patient and family education and maintains adequate supply inventory. Explains examination procedure and discharge instructions to patient and completes departmental documentation. Complies with all radioactive activity monitoring and documentation. Performs to all quality control and quality assurance standards as prescribed by all state, federal, and local agencies. Intravenous (IV) Competency required.

Job description

Overview

Conducts general Nuclear Medicine imaging of patients, within scope of demonstrated competency under the direction of a qualified physician, to include positioning of patient for demonstration of correct anatomy/pathology. Competent in preparation, dose management and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, radioisotopes, operation of radiation producing equipment, operation of the electronic radiology systems, preparation of patient room/equipment, provides patient and family education and maintains adequate supply inventory. Explains examination procedure and discharge instructions to patient and completes departmental documentation. Complies with all radioactive activity monitoring and documentation. Performs to all quality control and quality assurance standards as prescribed by all state, federal, and local agencies. Intravenous (IV) Competency required.

Education

Trade School (Required)

Certification/Licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI (Required)
ARRT (CT), (N), or CNMT, or NMTCB (CT) (Preferred)

Experience

2 years (Preferred)

Requirements

Trade School (Required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI (Required)
Intravenous (IV) Competency required
ARRT (CT), (N), or CNMT, or NMTCB (CT) (Preferred)
2 years (Preferred)

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Adoption, Fertility & Surrogacy Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Plans
Life Insurance
401(k) Matching
403(b) Matching
Tuition Assistance
Student Debt Pay Down
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual Discretionary Bonus

Company overview

Sentara Health is a leading not-for-profit integrated healthcare delivery system serving Virginia, northeastern North Carolina, and Florida. Founded in 1888 and headquartered in Hampton Roads, Virginia, Sentara operates 12 acute care hospitals across its service area, with 10 hospitals holding prestigious Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence. The organization employs approximately 34,000 healthcare professionals and serves over 1 million health plan members through its Sentara Health Plans division. As one of the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the United States, Sentara is nationally recognized for clinical quality, safety, and innovation. The system has received numerous accolades including Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), Forbes' "America's Best-In-State Employer" (2024), and inclusion in IBM Watson Health's "Top 15 Health Systems." Sentara's comprehensive services span hospital care, outpatient facilities, home health, hospice services, and specialized programs like the Nightingale air ambulance service, which has completed over 20,000 missions since 1982.