Kamuela, HI, 96743, USA
235 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Med (Big Island, Full-Time, 40)
RESPONSIBILITIES **About Us** Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital is a 35-bed rural acute care hospital located in Waimea (Kamuela) on Hawai‘i Island. Our team of more than 300 employees and a dozen physicians provides high-quality care to the community through our main hospital and outpatient clinics located across Waimea. As an affiliate of The Queen's Health Systems, we are part of a statewide network of over 9,000 employees and more than 1,400 physicians. Together, we are committed to improving the health and well-being of Native Hawaiians and all people of Hawai‘i—fulfilling the vision of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV. **Position Highlights** This role offers a unique opportunity for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist seeking an independent practice environment with strong support from within the health system. + **Single-tech site** that allows for independent work while maintaining access to system-wide resources and expertise. + **Monday–Friday, day shift** schedule with **no weekends, holidays, or call requirements** . + Suitable for both **new graduates** and **experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologists** . + Opportunity to work in a **rural community hospital** and be part of a close-knit team serving the Big Island community. **Job Summary** + Prepares patients for Nuclear Medicine studies and performs high-quality diagnostic scans in accordance with established standards, procedures, and protocols. + Monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment; reports issues as needed. + Ensures the cleanliness and organization of the work area; provides coverage as needed. + Participates in teaching and instructional activities. + May care for patients of all ages, requiring the ability to respond appropriately to varying developmental and clinical needs. **Typical Physical Demands** + **Essential:** standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting/carrying up to 30 lbs; pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs; repetitive wrist/arm movement. + **Occasional:** kneeling, squatting, twisting, reaching at various levels. + Operates dose calibrator, gamma camera, survey meters, well counter, thyroid uptake probe, computer, copier, fax, and phone. **Typical Working Conditions** + Minimal exposure to adverse environmental conditions. + Potential exposure to communicable diseases, chemicals, radioactive materials, and radiation. + Required PPE includes OR gowns, masks, gloves, and leaded protective equipment. + _Note:_ This position does **not** require on-call, weekend, or holiday work. **Minimum Qualifications** **Education/Certification & Licensure** + Current Hawai‘i license as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. + Current BLS/HCP certification. **Experience** + One (1) year of Nuclear Medicine experience preferred. + Demonstrated knowledge of nuclear medicine physics, radiopharmaceutical administration, safety protocols, equipment operation, and communication with radiologists/physicians. + Strong critical thinking and communication skills. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet
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