Nuclear Medicine Technologist

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The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Profile Title

Technologist, Nuclear

Job Description Summary

The Nuclear Technologist position involves a variety of responsibilities focused on the safe and effective use of radioactive materials. The purpose of this position is to lead the Nuclear Medicine Department in completing all aspects of Scintigraphy and Positron Emission Tomography scans on equine patients.

Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center provides an internationally renowned standard of care. Located on 700 acres in rural Chester County Pennsylvania. It has the largest case load of any academic hospital in the nation. This position is in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.

Job Description

The Nuclear Technologist position involves a variety of responsibilities focused on the safe and effective use of radioactive materials. The purpose of this position is to lead the Nuclear Medicine Department in completing all aspects of Scintigraphy and Positron Emission Tomography scans on equine patients. Under the supervision of the Supervisor of the Sports Medicine and Imaging Technicians, the Nuclear Technologist is responsible for radiation monitoring, safety, and compliance. They will operate and maintain the gamma camera and PET scanner ensuring diagnostic image acquisition, reconstruction, and storage in the PACS server. They will conduct daily quality assurance testing and maintain accurate records for inspections and audits. They will assist with the development of research projects involving nuclear medicine and train new technical staff and students. This is a 40-hour per week position Monday- Friday with occasional overtime.

Job Responsibilities

Radiation Monitoring, Safety, and Compliance

Ensure that all activities comply with federal and state regulations governing the use of radioactive materials.

Prepare documentation for regulatory inspections and audits.

Act as a point of contact during emergencies, providing expertise on nuclear safety and response.

Ensure staff, house officers, and students’ compliance with safety regulations and protocols.

Monitoring radiation levels of the equine patients housed in barns which are not located in the Nuclear Medicine building.

Equipment Operation and Acquisition

Operate and maintain the gamma camera and PET scanner.

Acquire, reconstruct, and disseminate images to the PACS server.

Ensure that all equipment is calibrated and functioning correctly.

Troubleshoot and organize repairs of malfunctioning equipment.

Quality Assurance

Conduct daily testing to ensure the quality and safety of the nuclear materials, equipment, and processes.

Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, tests, and maintenance activities.

Research and Development

Collaborate with clinicians and engineers on research projects involving nuclear technology.

Stay informed about advancements in the field of nuclear medicine.

Training

Train staff and other personnel in the safe use of nuclear medicine equipment and radiation safety practices.

Provide comprehensive training for barn staff on the importance of manure management, including environmental regulations, health and safety practices, and best management practices for manure storage.

Establish clear procedures for staff to follow in case of an emergency.

Train new staff to perform all nuclear medicine duties.

Teaching

Educate staff, house officers, veterinary students, Harcum students, and visiting practitioners on nuclear medicine and PET operations.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nuclear Medicine and 4-5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) is required.
• Strong understanding of radiation physics, nuclear chemistry, and safety regulations.
• Proficient in operating specialized nuclear equipment and software for data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in both team settings and independently.
• Horse handling experience is not required but is a bonus.
• 40-hour work week M-F
• Occasional overtime
• Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Job Location – City, State

Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Department / School

School of Veterinary Medicine

Pay Range

$24.13 – $50.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement 

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements 

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn’s exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you’ll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay 

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