Nuclear Medicine Technologist📣 Job Ad

About the Role

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a qualified Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures within the Clinical Nuclear Medicine (CNM) department. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare institution, focusing on patient care, quality, and efficient service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Review exam requisitions and protocols, seeking clarification from supervisors as needed, and prepare for each examination.
• Perform imaging procedures with an emphasis on patient care, ensuring high-quality results and efficient time management, while communicating with CNM physicians to achieve satisfactory images.
• Prepare radiopharmaceuticals and conduct rigorous quality control checks, including assessments of chemical purity and calibration.
• Adhere strictly to physician's orders, select appropriate radiopharmaceuticals and dosages, and consult with the physician when necessary.
• Explain procedures to patients, administer radiopharmaceuticals, conduct studies, and promptly report any issues encountered to the supervisor.
• Observe and enforce all radiation safety protocols, including the use of protective shielding, proper handling, and appropriate disposal of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or repair needs, and accurately document all testing and study procedures.
• Participate in in-service training, continuing education programs, and the PI Process, while also assisting in the training and evaluation of students, interns, and trainees.
• Ensure strict compliance with all hospital policies and procedures, national regulations, radiation safety standards, and the ALARA principles and quality improvement programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• For Saudi Nationals: A Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine, Radiological Sciences, or Radiological Technology is required.
• For Non-Saudi Nationals: Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program (minimum 2 years) is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of related experience is required for candidates with a Bachelor's Degree.
• A minimum of four (4) years of related experience is required for candidates who graduated from a Radiologic Technology program.
• Current registration from the country of origin is mandatory.
• Current registration with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCHS) is required.
• Certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist is mandatory, including one of the following: NMTCB, ARRT, ASCP, or CAMRT, or an equivalent certification for non-Saudis.

Required Skills

• Nuclear Medicine
• Radiological Sciences
• Radiological Technology
• Patient Care
• Quality Management
• Time Management
• Radiation Safety
• ALARA Principles
• Quality Improvement

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center.