Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (KS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for per diem shifts at Providence Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. The role entails preparing radiopharmaceuticals, administering them to patients, and performing imaging studies with SPECT while following strict safety protocols.

Required credentials include a current Nuclear Medicine license, ARRT certification, and BCLS. Strong anatomy knowledge and computer skills are essential; prior acute radiology experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current State Nuclear Medicine License issued by CDPH, A.R.R.T. or N.M.T.C.B.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology required
• Graduate of a program accredited by ARRT
• Current BCLS (AHA) required
• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology
• Proficient computer skills
• One year of acute, clinical radiology experience preferred
• At least one year of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist preferred
• Knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic/Fluoroscopic equipment preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare radiopharmaceuticals for administration, measure and mix doses safely
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients via IV, oral, or inhalation
• Perform imaging studies using nuclear medicine equipment (e.g., SPECT)
• Operate imaging cameras to capture images of tracers in organs/tissues
• Adhere to radiation safety protocols and proper handling/disposal of materials

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Acute radiology experience

Nuclear medicine experience

Education

Current Nuclear Medicine License

Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology

ARRT-accredited program graduate

BCLS (AHA) certification

Tools

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Radiology equipment knowledge

Job description

Overview

Shift’s Available: Days (No Weekends)

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: Variable

Location: Providence Medical Center – Kansas City, KS

We are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, also referred to as a Nuclear Med Tech. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will perform diagnostic imaging procedures and therapeutic treatments using radioactive materials. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare radioactive materials, known as radiopharmaceuticals, for administration to patients, measure and mix the appropriate doses of radioactive isotopes with pharmaceutical compounds, ensuring accuracy and safety
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients through various routes, such as intravenous injection, oral ingestion, or inhalation
• Perform a variety of imaging studies using specialized nuclear medicine equipment, which may include Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT)
• Operate imaging cameras and detectors to capture images of radioactive tracers as they accumulate in specific organs or tissues within the body
• Adhere to strict radiation safety protocols to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and yourself, ensure that all radioactive materials are handled, stored, and disposed of safely and in accordance with regulatory guidelines

Qualifications

• Current State Nuclear Medicine License issued by CDPH, A.R.R.T. or N.M.T.C.B.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology required
• Graduate of a program accredited by ARRT
• Current BCLS (AHA) required
• extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology is required
• proficient computer skills
• one year of acute, clinical radiology experience is preferred
• at least one year of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist preferred
• knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment preferred

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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