Nuclear Medicine Tech (Nuclear Medicine Technologist #)

Carle Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in Illinois is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic studies and assist with radiopharmaceutical administrations using PET/CT and nuclear medicine equipment, following Carle policies and departmental protocols. The role involves reviewing radiology orders, ensuring medical necessity, maintaining imaging quality, and collaborating with radiologists.

Certification requirements include CNMT and NMTCB within 1 year and licensure as a Radiologic Technologist where

Qualifications

• CNMT certification within 1 year.
• NMTCB certification within 1 year.
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist in Illinois (R.T.).

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic studies and radiopharmaceutical administrations using Nuc Med and/or PET/CT equipment.
• Review orders for completeness and medical necessity; coordinate with radiologists.
• Maintain imaging equipment and PACS/RIS data; ensure patient safety and imaging quality.

Education

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)

Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

Licensed Radiologic Technologist – Illinois

Job description

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic studies and assists with therapeutic administrations utilizing radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment in accordance with Carle policies and procedures and IEMA Department of Nuclear Safety regulations.

Certifications: Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) within 1 year - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB); Registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) within 1 year - VariesVaries; Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), Education: , Work Experience:

Performs diagnostic studies and radiopharmaceutical therapeutic administration by utilizing Nuc Med and/or PED/CT equipment by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols. Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate. Screens the patient for possibility of pregnancy and performs pregnancy testing if applicable. Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist. Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness. Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the web servers and email systems to send exams for preliminary readings after hours. Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss. May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer. Performs diagnostic studies by utilizing Nuc Med and/or PET/CT equipment by acquiring and processing patient studies and assists in radiopharmaceutical therapeutic administration as outlined in exam protocols listed in Nuclear Medicine procedure manual. Reviews studies with the radiologist when appropriate. Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist. Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness. Transfers and verifies images data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the RIS for proper scheduling, billing and coding procedures. Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area.

At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.

We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care.

We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.