Elliot Health System is the largest provider of comprehensive healthcare services in Southern New Hampshire. The cornerstone of EHS is Elliot Hospital, 296-bed acute care facility located in Manchester. Established in 1890, Elliot Hospital offers Southern New Hampshire communities caring, compassionate and professional patient service.

• POSITION SUMMARY
  • The practice of nuclear medicine is performed by a segment of health care professionals responsible for the administration of radioactive material to patients for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. Radioactive materials and a gamma camera are used in nuclear medicine to image various organs and body areas to aid in diagnosis, and in some instances treat, various pathological conditions. Although an interdisciplinary team of radiologists, nuclear medicine technologists, and support staff plays a critical role in the delivery of health services, it is the nuclear medicine technologist who performs the actual patient examination or treatment. Nuclear medicine technology integrates scientific knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and useful diagnostic information.
• KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Performs nuclear medicine procedures based on the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Nuclear Medicine Practice Standards and the ASRT Code of Ethics .
  • Performs venipuncture.
  • Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to isotope administration.
  • Understands and adheres to departmental exam protocols.
  • Actively participates in quality control and quality assurance activities using the APIE model.
  • Completes annual mandatory education on time.
  • Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and other medications in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
  • Demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy and physiology, chemistry, nuclear physics, mathematics, and pharmacology.
  • Maintain a high degree of accuracy and awareness of radiation safety principles and continually perform and assess quality control measures on equipment and procedures.
  • Possess oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with both patients and others in the health care environment.
  • Daily situations require critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Engage in continuing education to enhance patient care, public education, knowledge, and technical competence while embracing lifelong learning.
  • Maintains licensure requirements BLS, ARRT or NMTCB.
• EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE
  • Education: Successful completion of an accredited educational program in Nuclear Medicine required.
  • Experience: Twenty-four month clinical internship required.
  • Certification/Licensure: Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Required. ARRT or NMTCB certification required. Ability to obtain BLS qualification during orientation period and maintain during employment.