Nuclear Med Technologist - The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health

Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

HSА/FSА options

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging with radiopharmaceuticals using standardized safety procedures. You will oversee preparation, quality control, administration and disposal of radioactive materials, and you will review examinations for diagnostic quality.

The role requires ARRT or NMTCB certification, BLS, and an ARRT-accredited associate degree (preferred).

Qualifications

• ARRT-accredited associate degree preferred.
• Certification with ARRT or NMTCB required.
• State licensure preferred where required by state.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees procurement, preparation, quality control, handling of radioactive materials.
• Schedules exams and reviews images to ensure diagnostic quality.
• Starts IV access and administers medications per licensed practitioner.

Skills

Scheduling exams

Image review for diagnostic quality

IV access

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Education

ARRT-accredited Associate degree (preferred)

ARRT or NMTCB certification (required)

State licensure (preferred)

BLS certification (required)

Job description

Shift/schedule 2 10 hr shift- Days varies

Job Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Tech applies the practice of nuclear medicine imaging through the safe and effective use of radiopharmaceuticals and nuclear medicine equipment.

Essential Functions

• Oversees the procurement, preparation, quality control, calculation, identification, documentation, administration, disposal, storage, and safe handling of all radioactive materials.
• Responsible for scheduling exams and reviewing images to determine diagnostic quality.
• Starts and maintains intravenous (IV) access and administers medications as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.

Education

• Associate's from an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) accredited institute (preferred)

Licensure/Certification

• Certification and Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) (required)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (required)

Experience

• 1 year of experience practicing Nuclear Medicine experience (preferred)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being-personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are  Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]