Nuclear Medicine Technologist

This is an open continuous announcement until December 31, 2026. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred as vacancies become available.

The incumbent serves as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for the Nuclear Medicine Section and is responsible for independently performing a full range of routine, non-routine, research and new radionuclide studies, to include PET/CT. The responsibilities of the nuclear medicine technologist include an empathetic and instructional approach to patient care, the preparation, calibration and administration of radiopharmaceuticals under the direction of an authorized user (Nuclear Medicine Physician), the performance of quality control procedures, the operation of imaging, laboratory, and computer instrumentation and the application of accepted standards (ALARA) of radiation safety and protection. Duties include, but not limited to: Independently performs a full range of routine radionuclide imaging studies of various organ systems by planar, tomographic (SPECT) and PET/CT techniques. Evaluates images and computer-generated data and performs additional views as required. The technologist must possess professional knowledge of the scientific principles, concepts and methodology of nuclear medicine technology to carry out a variety of diagnostic tests and verity results. He/She must be knowledgeable of multiple physical facts of radionuclides, their use and their effect on the different body organs being imaged. The technologist must possess multidisciplinary skills in order to assist with stress tests by starting IV's, placing EKG leads, taking blood pressures and ensuring all monitoring equipment is functional. In case of an emergency, the technologist provides oxygen, fluids, administers CPR and other life support when necessary while waiting for dedicated medical emergency staff to arrive. Prepares proper instruments, computers and auxiliary equipment and acquires images as indicated by protocols. Performs, monitors and documents monthly, quarterly and annual quality control procedures on equipment. Maintains inventory of radioactive sources used for quality control and associated documentation. Assumes all the duties and responsibilities of a technologist in the operation and calibration of the PET/CT scanner and will be willing to receive the necessary training to engage in the daily operation of the PET/CT. Reviews the daily work schedule to anticipate radiopharmaceutical needs and places orders for the next day, including therapies. Prepares, verifies and measures diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical dosages for patient and completes all associated paperwork. Calculates and calibrates isotope amounts. Employee utilizes NMIS system for calculation storage and reference as well as determining exact exposure rates for all procedures completed. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 0800-1630 Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 07060F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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