Nuclear Med Tech - Casual PRN Variable shifts

Northwestern Medicine; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of employee benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility for certain candidates

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in McHenry, Illinois, is looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist committed to patient safety and high-quality imaging. This role includes responsibilities like imaging process accountability, producing diagnostic images, and patient care.

Preferred candidates should have 1 year of experience along with necessary qualifications. Join a supportive environment that values ethics and equal opportunities for all employees.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist Program.
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT Nuclear Medicine (N) required.
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation needed.
• BLS certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for patient safety throughout the imaging process.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols.
• Administers contrast per policy.
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains room readiness.
• Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.

Education

Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist Program

Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT Nuclear Medicine

Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Description

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Administers contrast in accordance with policy, including screening for contraindications and patient monitoring (as applicable).
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and initiates follow-up through established service processes.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in medical record and image archive system, including exam set‑up, image routing, result availability and charging accuracy.
• Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.
• Consistently upholds all applicable quality and safety standards within diagnostic imaging, such as radiation safety, MRI safety, infection prevention measures, safe practices (as applicable to the role) to protect self, patients, visitors and team members.
• Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
• Supports department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, growth.
• Supports additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs.
• Performs Nuclear Medicine imaging, inclusive of planar, SPECT/CT, and/or PET/CT imaging.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist Program
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Nuclear Medicine (N)
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred

• One Year Experience

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.