Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist; Full-time 1st shift

Aurora Health Care; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Responsibilities include reviewing patient records, administering radiopharmaceuticals, and post-processing images while maintaining accurate records.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine and obtain necessary certifications such as CNMT and BLS. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently within a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Nuclear Medicine Tech registration (ARRT) to be obtained within 1 year.
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification (CNMT) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification to be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Review patients' medical records to ensure exam accuracy.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals according to clinician prescriptions.
• Post-process images accurately and maintain patient records.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiation safety

Competent in IV and venipuncture

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills

Intermediate computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine

Job description

Major Responsibilities

• Competently performs basic to intermediate nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including general and cardiac.
• Reviews patients' medical records to obtain necessary clinical information, including medical history, lab results, and physician orders, and compares requisitions to ensure exam accuracy.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural adjunctive medication according to clinician prescription and approved exam parameters; competently performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters; accesses other vascular access devices as needed; follows proper procedures for handling radioactive materials; implements ALARA measures; maintains accurate records of pharmaceutical doses.
• Relays pertinent patient history information to appropriate staff and departments.
• Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images with patient name, MRU number, and scan location/position.
• Maintains records in accordance with regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, documenting billing codes to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures; reports malfunctioning equipment to staff.
• Performs patient positioning and transporting duties requiring lifting and pushing/pulling, using proper technique.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; applies principles of growth and development throughout the life span and assesses data to identify age‑specific needs, as outlined in departmental policies.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Nuclear Medicine Tech (N) registration issued by ARRT, to be obtained within 1 year.
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification (CNMT) issued by NMTCB.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by AHA, to be obtained within 6 months.

Education Required

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in Nuclear Medicine.

Experience Required

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiation safety.
• Knowledge of Radioactive Materials Program Requirements (State of WI) DHS 157.
• Competent in IV and venipuncture.
• Basic ECG interpretation, heart rhythm recognition, and pharmacological knowledge.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients, and staff.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, and twist throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over head, and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing; operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.