Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Company: Bryan Health
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Summary GENERAL SUMMARY: The Nuclear Medicine Technologist
performs all types of Nuclear Medicine procedures under the
supervision of a qualified physician. Utilizes
radiopharmaceuticals, imaging procedures and techniques to assist
in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical problems for
patients throughout the age continuum. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1.
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently
demonstrates our core values. 2. *Performs radionuclide procedures,
including PET/CT and Spect/CT, under the authorization of a
physician with a Radioactive Materials License issued by the
Nebraska Health and Human Services Department of Radiological
Health. 3. *Prepares radiopharmaceuticals for administration by
injection, ingestion, and inhalation; applies EKG patches and
cables. 4. *Uses sterile technique as required. 5. *Optimally
demonstrates patient anatomy and function through proper
positioning, isotope selection, and selection of technical factors.
6. *Preforms venipuncture. 7. *Adheres to all state and federal
regulatory requirements for control of radiation and practices
radiation safety procedures; provides proper documentation for
regulatory and accreditation requirements. 8. *Assists Radiologist
in the therapeutic use of radioisotopes under prescribed safety
conditions as applicable. 9. *Competently operates all nuclear
medicine equipment and support systems to include HIS, RIS,
scheduling system and PACS; performs and evaluates images for
technical quality. 10. *Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and
documents patient care and procedures in accordance with
established nuclear medicine standards and guidelines. 11.
*Maintains accurate records of isotopes used. 12. *Completes
quality control on scanning equipment; maintains a safe working
environment. 13. *Utilizes department computer systems, files and
PACS to review patient history and provide accurate documentation
of studies. 14. *Properly cares for and images patients of all
ages; maintains patient confidentiality. 15. *Coordinates exams
within the department and with other departments to provide
expedient and complete care; communicates with medical staff,
coworkers, patients, families and other hospital staff to assure
quality patient care. 16. *Handles telephone calls for scheduling,
coordination, and questions with courtesy and accuracy. 17.
*Participates in the departments quality improvement plan as
required. 18. *Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment as
necessary; notifies supervisor of equipment problems and calls
appropriate service vendors as needed. 19. *Keeps work area
properly supplied. 20. *Accesses and administers drugs and
biologicals that are pertinent to essential job functions in
accordance with Medical Center procedures. 21. *Utilizes AIDET
communication and provides patient education to inform patient
about procedure to minimize patient anxiety. EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCE: Graduate from a nuclear medicine program or equivalency
required. Current certification or certification within three (3)
months of hire by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification
Board or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in
Nuclear Medicine required. OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Keywords: Bryan Health, Grand Island , Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Healthcare , Lincoln, Nebraska
