Nuclear Medicine Technologist

CardioOne; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CardioOne is looking for an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their MCI East practice in Hinsdale, Illinois. The role involves delivering patient care and working collaboratively with RNs and MDs to enhance wellness.

The ideal candidate should have experience with PET and SPECT, state licensure, and be ARRT Registered or NMTCB Certified. Excellent communication skills and knowledge of Nuclear Medicine equipment are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience preferred.
• PET preferred and SPECT required.
• State licensure in good standing required.
• ARRT Registered or NMTCB Certified required.
• Basic Life Support (ACLS preferred) required.

Responsibilities

• Corroborate patient's clinical history with procedure.
• Prepare patient for procedures, minimizing anxiety.
• Administer radio pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
• Operate radiation detection and imaging equipment.
• Minimize exposure using radiation protection principles.
• Evaluate images and data for technical quality.

Skills

Experience in Nuclear Medicine

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Graduate of a program in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Tools

Nuclear Medicine equipment

Job description

About the Job

CardioOne's MCI East practice is seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join the office. As the Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for delivering safe patient care during procedures in Nuclear Cardiology in the outpatient setting. You will work collaboratively with the RNs and MDs to promote wellness and optimize patient outcomes.

What you'll do

• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Prepares patient for procedures: Providing instructions to obtain desired results, gains cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• In agreement with state statutes and/or where institutional policy permits, prepares, calculates, identifies and/or administers radio pharmaceuticals and/or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner, during rest and stress procedures.
• Selects and operates radiation detection, imaging, and/or associated equipment to successfully perform procedures.
• Position patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort. Immobilize patients as required for appropriate examination.
• Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
• Evaluates images and data for technical quality, assuring proper identification is recorded.
• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures.
• Understands methods and is capable of performing venipunctures and initiates basic life support action when necessary
• Assist in staffing other clinics and departments when needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and serves in whatever other capacity deemed necessary for successful completion of the mission and goals and in concordance with its patient philosophy.

What you'll need

• 3+ years' experience is preferred.
• PET preferred and SPECT required.
• Graduate of a program in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
• State licensure in good standing required.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registered or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Certified required.
• Basic Life Support (ACLS preferred) required.
• Excellent communication (both oral and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills
• Full working knowledge of Nuclear Medicine equipment and Radiation Physics.