Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job summary

Prepare and administer radioactive agents, perform nuclear medicine procedures, and select appropriate imaging equipment and parameters. Conduct quality control on imaging and radiopharmacy equipment, maintain radiopharmaceutical supplies, and comply with departmental policies and Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission regulations.

Job details

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision of an inclusive workplace and healthcare system. Duties to include: Preparing and administrating radioactive agents to patients and performing nuclear medicine procedures; Acting within the policies, procedures, work practices and license conditions of the nuclear medicine department and in compliance with the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission Regulations; Performing quality control checks on all imaging equipment, thyroid well and uptake unit; Communicating effectively with patients, DI staff, physicians and radiologist; Determining the proper camera and correct image parameters, collimator, computer combination and any other accessory equipment required for the procedure; Performing radio-pharmacy rotation, preparation and qc of radiopharmaceuticals and dose calibrator check, Ensuring reagents and kits are stocked and rotated to assure expiration dates are current other related duties. Minimum Qualifications: Must have successful completion of a formal study in Nuclear Medicine as a Medical Radiation Technologist from a recognized program. Must be registered with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT), the College of Allied Health Professionals of Prince Edward Island (CAHPPEI); and the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists-Atlantic (CAMRT-ATL); Excellent written and oral communication skills are required; Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a multi-disciplinary team is required; Applicants must have a good previous work and attendance record; Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset. Looking for a rewarding healthcare career? Join Health PEI’s team and take advantage of our exciting incentive programs designed just for you! Learn more about how you can benefit and make a difference today! Salary Range: $34.57 - $42.42 per hour Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 hours Biweekly / Monday – Friday Days Posting ID: 171237-1125QEPI-FHS

What you’ll do

Prepare and administer radioactive agents, perform nuclear medicine procedures, and select appropriate imaging equipment and parameters. Conduct quality control on imaging and radiopharmacy equipment, maintain radiopharmaceutical supplies, and comply with departmental policies and Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission regulations.

Requirements

Applicants must have completed formal nuclear medicine studies as a Medical Radiation Technologist and be registered with CAMRT, CAHPPEI, and CAMRT-ATL. Strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to work independently and on a multidisciplinary team, and a good work and attendance record are required; additional relevant education and experience are assets.

Listed skills

• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Nuclear Medicine Procedures
• Radiopharmaceutical Preparation
• Radioactive Agent Administration
• Medical Imaging
• Imaging Equipment Quality Control
• Radiopharmacy
• Dose Calibrator Testing
• Patient Communication
• Interdisciplinary Teamwork
• Independent Work
• Equipment and Collimator Selection
• Regulatory Compliance

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

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