Nuclear Medicine Tech - Flex 0.8

Jackson HealthPros; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced hourly differential

Career advancement opportunities

Varied clinical exposure

Job summary

Jackson HealthPros is looking for an experienced nuclear medicine technologist in Marietta, OH. In this role, you'll collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, prepare radioactive drugs, and operate imaging equipment while ensuring patient safety.

Ideal candidates should have a degree in nuclear medicine, relevant certifications, and at least a year of experience. This position offers opportunities for career advancement in a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a nuclear medicine technologist preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital diagnostic imaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals according to protocols.
• Operate radiation detection and imaging equipment for diagnostic procedures.
• Collaborate with clinical staff for stress testing and imaging studies.
• Monitor patient vital signs during procedures.

Skills

Competency with Dose Calibrator

Experience with Geiger Counter

Skill with EKG machines

Patient monitoring devices

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in nuclear medicine technology

Current state license and certification

BLS certification

Tools

Stress Lab equipment

Radiation detection and imaging equipment

Job description

Jackson HealthPros is seeking an experienced nuclear med tech for a permanent flex role with an area hospital in Marietta, OH where you will work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team and be responsible for preparing and administering radioactive drugs and operating radiation detection and imaging equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in nuclear medicine technology
• Current state license and certification to practice nuclear medicine
• BLS certification
• Minimum 1 year experience as a nuclear medicine technologist (preferred)
• Demonstrated competency with Dose Calibrator, Geiger Counter, Captus well counter and uptake probe
• Experience operating Stress Lab equipment including EKG machines and treadmills
• Skill with basic patient monitoring devices such as glucometer, blood pressure monitors, and pulse oximeter
• Experience in diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures and participation in on-call rotations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital diagnostic imaging environment and provide care appropriate to the age of patients served

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with protocols and regulations
• Operate radiation detection and imaging equipment to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Collaborate with stress test nurses and other clinical staff to conduct stress testing and imaging studies
• Perform quality control checks on imaging and dose-measurement devices
• Monitor patient vital signs and respond to patient needs during procedures
• Participate in departmental on-call rotation as required
• Document procedures, maintain records, and follow radiation safety protocols

Benefits

Opportunity for enhanced hourly differential when benefits are waived or when selecting a basic plan. Employment within a large hospital system with internal growth and career advancement opportunities. Work in busy locations that provide varied clinical exposure.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.