Nuclear Medicine Tech: Patient-Focused Imaging Expert

Advocate Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Park Ridge, Illinois, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic procedures, preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, and ensuring safety standards while handling radioactive materials. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's Degree or 2-year program in Nuclear Medicine, and must be knowledgeable about radioactivity and patient care. A flexible schedule is expected, including potential on-call duties. Competitive benefits and professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited 4-year Bachelor Degree or a 2-year Nuclear Medicine program.
• Knowledge of radioactivity rules and regulations.
• Ability to operate radiation detection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures accurately as per physician's orders.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals for procedures.
• Maintain records of pharmaceutical doses and patient procedures.
• Communicate and educate patients about procedures.
• Ensure safety standards in handling radioactive materials.

Skills

Knowledge of radioactivity

Direct supervision capability

Teamwork

IV venipuncture

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree or 2-year Nuclear Medicine program

Tools

Radiation detection equipment

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Park Ridge, Illinois, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic procedures, preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, and ensuring safety standards while handling radioactive materials. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's Degree or 2-year program in Nuclear Medicine, and must be knowledgeable about radioactivity and patient care. A flexible schedule is expected, including potential on-call duties. Competitive benefits and professional development are offered.