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Research Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
75 Francis Street (Show on map)
Apr 21, 2026
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Responsibilities: 1.Assays, records, prepares, and administers radiopharmaceuticals. 2.Operates SPECT and PET/CT imaging and radiation detection equipment to obtain diagnostic images and information in research subjects. In doing so, ensures the patient is properly prepared. Positions and immobilizes patient as needed. Selects proper imaging and data processing techniques. 3.Explains exam to patient taking into consideration physical and emotional needs; maintaining ethical standards (patient confidentiality, professional conduct, etc.). Delivers patient care under scope of license/training. 4.Maintains effective working relations and communication with departmental and other hospital personnel, i.e., medical staff, nursing, etc. 5.Calibrates and verifies the operation of all equipment to be used during the workday, notifying appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and repairs needed. Performs quality control procedures on all equipment. 6.Executes paperwork and RIS functions as necessary for each patient exam. 7.Remains up to date on developments and trends in imaging techniques, procedures, and equipment by reading appropriate manuals and technique journals. Participates in education programs, meeting state requirements for continuing education credits 8.Prepares the equipment, room, and supplies necessary for each patient and regular daily use. Stocks and supplies room as needed. 9.Assays, records, and disposes of radioactive waste and contamination. Nuclear Cardiology Core Lab Responsibilities: 1.Submits CRFs to the study sponsor as required by the trial SOPs. Available during monitoring visits to review CRFs, source documents and protocols. Responds to sponsor requests for more comprehensive study information, clarifying materials or addressing queries. Works cooperatively with study sponsor to ensure that good clinical practices (GCP) and a strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines are being followed. 2.Coordinates activities of the Nuclear Cardiology Core Laboratory, including working with sites on transmittal of images. Responsible for receiving images, reviewing for quality control, query and query resolution, updating study files, and providing feedback to sites. 3.Reviews CRFs, prepares PET images, and participates in PET processing. Prepares data for analysis per study timelines. 4.Attends biweekly calls with study sponsor and other vendors. 5.Primary technical contact for study sponsor and sites. Provides site qualification and training, ongoing support as needed. General Research Responsibilities: 1.Responsible for all aspects of recruiting research subjects. Works in concert with the Study Coordinators, Project Manager, Principal Investigators to develop and implement patient recruitment strategies. Advertises studies, initiates, and maintains subject contact. Schedules subjects. Performs telephone pre-screenings, ensures medical eligibility, and makes independent judgment for potential subject suitability. Requests research compensation and maintains confidential subject files in a database that include prescription information, medical correspondence, research data and follow-up status. 2.Coordinates clinical trial study visits and updates study physicians on clinical trial progress. 3.Assists PI and Project Manager with preparation for presentation, grant submission and Annual Reports to the FDA. 4.Supports the Project Manager in tracking and monthly reconciliation of clinical trial accounts. 5.Assists with grant and manuscript submissions when needed. 6.Acknowledges and participates in research programs, quality assurance, and quality improvement projects carried on in the department (c-list, patient waiting time, etc). 7.Performs all other duties as directed. 1. Must possess analytical abilities necessary to acquire and effectively utilize knowledge of radiation detection, imaging and computer processing techniques, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology. 2. Must be physically capable of lifting, (linen, supplies, patients, etc.), as well as operating the equipment. 3. High degree of computer literacy. Qualifications: (1) Must be a graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology. (2) Must possess a valid permanent Massachusetts license as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. (3) Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-N) OR the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). (3) Must obtain AART or NMTCB (CT) within 180 days of hire. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.