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Children's Hospital Colorado Nuclear Medicine Technologist Senior in Aurora, Colorado
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Job ID91556
LocationAurora, Colorado
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
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Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.
Job Overview
Serves as a technical expert in diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine procedures, including advanced imaging modalities and radiopharmaceutical therapies. Demonstrates mastery in performing complex Nuclear Medicine (NM) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) / PET-CT procedures while mentoring other technologists. Takes a leading role in radiation safety compliance and protocol development. Develops basic competencies and abilities in advanced therapeutic procedures such as MIBG I-131 Therapy, Lutathera, and Y-90 treatments. Provides expert patient care while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards. Acts as a clinical resource for the department while supporting quality improvement projects and educational initiatives such as training and or mentoring new staff members inclusive of students and other health care professionals.
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Department Name: Nuclear Medicine Job Status: Full-Time; 40 hours/week - eligible for benefits
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited nuclear medicine program. EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of Nuclear Medicine experience. CERTIFICATION(S): American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NM) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board: Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Neonate- 30 days to 1 yr Toddlers- > 1 yr to 3 yrs Pre-schoolers- > 3 yrs to 5 yrs School age-> 5yrs to 13 yrs Adolescent- >13 yrs to 18 yrs Adult- >18 yrs to 65 yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures independently, while participating, and performing specialized treatments such as MI G I-131, Lutathera, and Y-90, while ensuring optimal image quality and patient safety. Demonstrates expertise in adapting protocols for challenging cases and patient conditions. Provides clinical mentorship and technical guidance to new hires, and associate technologists, students, and other healthcare professionals in nuclear medicine procedures and radiation safety practices. Serves as a technical resource for complex cases and procedure optimization. Develops and implements imaging protocols in collaboration with medical physicists and radiologists to enhance diagnostic quality and reduce radiation exposure. Participates in the evaluation and validation of new protocols and