Nuclear Medical Tech - Part time

Northwest Health; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading health organization as a Nuclear Medical Technologist I, responsible for performing diagnostic imaging and patient care. This part-time role requires an active Radiologic Technologist license and involves collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate imaging and quality patient care. The position comes with a generous sign-on bonus and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with matching

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

$9K SIGN ON BONUS

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures required.
• 2-4 years experience preferred.
• Proficiency in safety protocols and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures following protocols.
• Operates imaging equipment and ensures radiation safety.
• Documents procedures and patient interactions in EMR.

Skills

Nuclear medicine imaging techniques

Radiopharmaceutical preparation

Radiation safety procedures

Effective communication

Education

Licensed Radiologic Technologist

Nuclear Med Tech Certification (N) ARDMS or ARRT

Basic Life Support (BCLS)

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• 401(k) with matching
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  
  

Nuclear Med Tech

$9K SIGN ON BONUS

Position Type: Part Time

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  
  

Job Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I is responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under the supervision of a physician. This role includes preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, operating imaging equipment, ensuring radiation safety, and maintaining accurate records in compliance with regulatory standards. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I collaborates with Radiologists, Cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic imaging and high-quality patient care.

Essential Functions

• Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies, following established protocols and physician orders to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously or orally, adhering to safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and facility policies.
• Assesses patient condition before procedures, verifying proper identification, screening for contraindications, and ensuring the appropriateness of the exam.
• Operates and calibrates nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and PET scanners, ensuring optimal image acquisition and quality control.
• Performs routine quality control (QC) checks on imaging equipment and maintains accurate documentation for Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or state regulatory compliance.
• Ensures proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials, following all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disease abnormalities and physiological processes, recognizing when additional imaging views or modifications are needed to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
• Responds to and reports isotope spills, ensuring compliance with radiation safety officer (RSO) protocols and regulatory reporting guidelines.
• Provides clear instructions to patients and family members, explaining the procedure, potential side effects, and post-procedure care as needed.
• Documents all procedures, radiopharmaceutical usage, and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR), ensuring accuracy and compliance with facility policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical or hospital setting required
• 2-4 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficiency in nuclear medicine imaging techniques, radiopharmaceutical preparation, and radiation safety procedures.
• Strong knowledge of NRC, state, and federal regulations for nuclear medicine and radiation protection.
• Ability to recognize abnormal scan results and identify technical errors to improve imaging accuracy.
• Effective communication and patient care skills, ensuring comfort and understanding throughout procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, particularly in equipment calibration and image optimization.
• Attention to detail in record-keeping, documentation, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with radiologists, cardiologists, and other healthcare providers.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
• (N) ARDMS or ARRT - Nuclear Med Tech required or
• NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Tech required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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