(3 Days Left) Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET) - First Shift
Company: Duke Health
Location: Durham
Posted on: November 4, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to
compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved
ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie,
join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke
University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke
University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is
consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The
largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it
features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities,
including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery
center, and more. This Position is Eligible for a Lump Sum of
$3,000 Relocation Reimbursement Work Week: Monday-Friday
10am-6:30pm General Description of the Job Class Coordinate and
participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests and
determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials
and measurement instrumentation. Duties and Responsibilities of
this Level - Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical
procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate
radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including
stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma and apparatus for
in vitro counting. - Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical
materials for administration to patients; formulate
radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits. Calibrate
instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating
instrument malfunction. Calculate data to include results of
patient studies and radioactive decay. - Evaluate recorded images
for technical quality. - Process computerized image data to include
function curves and reconstructed SPECT images. - Assume care for
physical and psychological needs of patient of all ages during an
examination, initiates life support measures for patient, if
necessary. - Maintain inventory of supplies in assigned area;
prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical
receiving, dispensing and disposal activities. Maintain records of
order, including brachytherapy procedures, receipt and disposal of
all radioactive material in the department. - Provide instruction
and technical guidance to radiologic technology students or other
advanced imaging techs; assist in training new employees. - Monitor
Nuclear Medicine Department with portable survey meter for possible
contamination. - Performs EKG prep, tracing - Perform other related
duties incidental to the work described herein. - Assist in the
development and evaluation of new procedures and techniques to meet
the needs of specific protocols as required: consult with physician
concerning the application of nuclear medicine procedures and
techniques. - Administer thyroid therapy to patient that has
undergone prior clinical and nuclear medicine diagnosis, insures
decay of pharmaceutical and calculates for correct dosage in dose
calibrator, observes patient dosage to insure proper treatment
under direct supervision of radiologist. - Assist in quality
assurance program relating to calibration and maintenance of
equipment. - Assist with the education and training of new
physicians (interns, residents, and fellows) as applicable. Perform
other related duties incidental to the work described herein. DUHS
offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There
is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities
at each hospital within the health system. Required Qualifications
at this Level Education Graduate or completion of program that
meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or
currently holds required registry or certification. Experience None
required beyond above education/certification requirements. Level I
must obtain ARRT or NMCTB certification within 18 months of
employment. Level II Minimum of two years' experience as a Nuclear
Medicine technologist. Level III A minimum of four years'
experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking
promotion. Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification ARRT (N)
certification and/or NMTCB certification within 18 months of
employment. BLS certification Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities -
Ability to use office related computer software - Possess knowledge
of radiation protection and safety - General computer knowledge -
IV placement and management skills Distinguishing Characteristics
of this Level N/A Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed
to providing employment opportunity without regard to an
individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression,
gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race,
religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related
conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to
create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity,
and belonging. Our collective success depends onthe robust exchange
of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our
perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve
this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community
feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals
are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our
community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential
Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke
University Health System may include essential job functions that
require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional
information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation
will be provided by each hiring department.
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