Nuclear Medicine Tech

CommonSpirit Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Colorado Springs is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technician to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals, and operate imaging equipment with precision.

The role requires strong knowledge of radiation safety, meticulous record-keeping, and the ability to serve as a clinical resource while adhering to ALARA principles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine procedures for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and operate imaging equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of radioactive materials from receipt to disposal.
• Observe and report patient conditions and equipment status during procedures.
• Coordinate quality control procedures and ensure compliance with radiation safety rules.
• Perform IV starts and contrast administration as required.

Skills

Radiopharmaceutical administration

Radiation safety

Imaging equipment operation

ALARA adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Gamma camera operation

SPECT imaging

Planar imaging

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Nuclear Medicine Tech, you will provide diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures for inpatients and outpatients through the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and the safe operation of imaging equipment.

Every day you will perform nuclear medicine procedures, precisely administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate various imaging and computer equipment, and maintain accurate records of radioactive materials from receipt through disposal. You will also act as a clinical resource and assure current standards of practice.

To be successful in this role, you will possess expertise in nuclear medicine procedures, meticulous attention to detail in radiopharmaceutical administration and record-keeping, a strong understanding of radiation safety, and the ability to operate complex imaging equipment while serving as a clinical resource.

• Performs duties directly involved in a variety of technical procedures in the application of radionuclides for the diagnosis, therapy and treatment of disease, operating gamma camera/computer imaging systems, planar and SPECT and non-imaging equipment, producing quality diagnostic images and results for interpretation by a radiologist/nuclear medicine physician, and practicing all rules and regulations pertaining to radiation safety, reducing personal and patient exposure to “as low as reasonably achievable” (ALARA).

• Processes radiopharmaceuticals from receipt and preparation through administration and disposal in a safe and efficient manner.

• Prepares patients for exams, provides information and instruction to patients and/or families regarding the procedure, and responds to their physical and emotional needs.

• Observes patients and equipment during procedures and reports/documents unusual occurrences and records patients’ conditions.

• Coordinates quality control procedures on equipment and radiopharmaceuticals according to department procedures and maintains records of quality control and radioactive materials for inspection by regulating agencies.

• Performs IV starts and contrast administration as required

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

• Registered Technologist, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine R.T. (N)(ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association

• Licensed Radiology Technologist for those working at a Kansas site

Preferred

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• One (1) year of nuclear medicine experience

• Cardiac Nuclear Medicine registration

• Positron Emission Tomography Registry, if applicable to entity

Where You'll Work

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St Francis Hospital - Interquest. St. Francis Hospital opened in 2008 to keep pace with the growing needs of the Colorado Springs' community on the north side of the city. St. Francis Hospital features 340-beds and offers a modern Birth Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Cancer Center, Emergency Department, Level III Trauma Center, Imaging Services, Acute Inpatient Rehab, Surgical Services and Critical Care Unit. It also serves as southern Colorado's home base for the Flight For Life Colorado air medical transport service. It's an incredible time to join us as we celebrate recognition with Magnet Hospital designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas including Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.

Pay Range

$40.25 - $66.42 /hour

We are an equal opportunity employer.