Nuclear Med Tech PRN

University Hospitals; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Free Parking

Job summary

University Hospitals in Elyria, OH is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform specialized imaging exams using radiopharmaceuticals. You will operate imaging systems, monitor patients, and ensure radiation safety while delivering compassionate care.

Qualifications include AMA-approved Nuclear Medicine program, OH state licensure, ARRT-N or NMTCB certification upon hire, BLS, and 1+ year preferred experience. Excellent organization and computer skills required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform Nuclear Medicine exams accurately, timely and safely.
• Maintain quality control on Nuclear Equipment.
• Comply with state and federal agencies and safety guidelines.
• Ensure correct billing codes in RIS/EMR and patient sheets.
• Provide age-specific patient care from neonates to geriatrics.
• Maintain licensure and continuing education requirements.
• Collaborate with staff to complete assignments professionally.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication

Computer proficiency

Education

High School GED

AMA approved Nuclear Medicine program

Job description

Why choose UH Nuclear Medicine as a career choice?

You will perform specialized imaging procedures that use small amounts of radioactive materials to help diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions. You will prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate imaging equipment, monitor patients during procedures, and ensure compliance with radiation safety standards. Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals while providing safe, compassionate care allows you to provide a positive experience for patients.

Competitive hourly rate

Free Parking

What You Will Do

• Accurately, timely, and efficiently performs moderate and highly complex Nuclear Medicine patient exams & provides patient care within the scope of Nuclear Medicine
• Maintains Quality Control on Nuclear Equipment
• Maintains Compliance with State and Federal Agencies
• Consistently follows hospital and department guidelines for patient identification and safety.
• Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements.
• Maintains a responsibility for self-development with support for the learning environment of the Hospital and the department of Imaging.
• Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the RIS and on the patient billing sheets.
• Collaborates effectively with co-workers and staff to ensure that assignments are completed in a professional and effective manner.
• Displays a commitment to Hospital mission and values
• Provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
• Effectively follows directions to maintain department readiness based on DNV standards.
• Uses administrative skills to contribute to successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the EMR

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standard.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education Qualifications

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and
• Graduate of an AMA approved program in Nuclear Medicine Technology (Required)

Experience Qualifications

• 1+ year Experience in Nuclear Medicine (Preferred)

Skills and Abilities

• Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills and knowledge of all various equipment. (Required proficiency)
• Proficient in computer applications. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine (ARRT-N) (Required Upon Hire) or
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board and maintain registry (Required Upon Hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)
• Licensed by the State of Ohio (Required Upon Hire)