Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: 

-          Career Development

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: PRN

Shift: Variable

Work Location :

2100 OCOEE APOPKA ROAD, Apopka, 32703

The community you’ll be caring for:

The quaint, closely connected City of Apopka is a short drive from Orlando, yet far removed from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis. It’s a theme reflected here in our hospital, which benefits from AdventHealth’s vast network of cutting-edge medical resources while maintaining the warmth of a community-based health care facility. From critical care to specialized emergency medicine and advanced diagnostic imaging, we provide a multitude of inpatient and outpatient services.

 AdventHealth Apopka is proud to deliver the foremost in service and medical technology to our neighbors. With 158 beds, we offer services  from emergency to radiology, robotic surgery to advanced specialty care with the recent expansion of our dedicated Cardiac unit, we have the skill, experience and cutting-edge tools to meet your needs. At AdventHealth Apopka, our mission is to extend the healing ministry of Christ to our community by providing the most advanced care in the area within a compassionate, caring environment that puts our patients first.

The role you’ll contribute: 

Under supervision, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures in the utilization of radionuclides for the diagnosis and treatment of disease in humans.  Assumes a variety of responsibilities that will require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative.  Authorized and delivers quality care to patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric.  Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. 

The value you’ll bring to the team:

Demonstrates through behavior Florida Hospital’s Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork. 

·       Identifies patients by using Florida Hospital’s approved guidelines to confirm patient/exam accuracy before continuing with patient examination.  Reviews and ensures physician request meets clinically valid exam indicator requirements.  Prepares appropriate radionuclide for procedure, explains procedure to patient, and aseptically administers radionuclide using universal BSI principles.  [Exam Supervision and Administration]

• Ensuring that equipment has met all quality control requirements and working with a minimum of supervision, performs patient examination utilizing age-specific care techniques (see competencies) in a safe and responsible manner, and evaluates image quality to insure good technical and diagnostic detail.  [Image Quality and Documentation]
• Presents completed exam and any patient historical data to radiologist/cardiologist for review.  Assists with image manipulation or additional imaging as requested.  Assists patient with dressing, answering any questions the patient may have regarding their exam and expectations of results, and releases patient with directions to exit the hospital if needed.  [Personal Productivity and Accountability]
• Performs a wide range of Nuclear Medicine procedures demonstrating proficiency with camera acquisition and computer processing in assigned area.  Learns and adapts to new technology and helps develop the knowledge and competency of coworkers and students.  [Clinical Competence]

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Minimum qualifications:

·       Current valid State of Florida license as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist

·       Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - CMNT OR

·       ARRT-N (American Registration of Radiologic Technologists)

·       Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred qualifications:

·       Associate’s degree or higher in health science related field