Nuclear Medicine Technologist

HCT Staffing; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HCT Staffing seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform Nuclear Med/CT exams, PET studies, and related duties in Lincoln, NE. The role includes patient preparation, radiopharmaceutical administration, and strict safety practices.

The position requires ARRT or NMTCB certification, a minimum of two years in nuclear medicine, and willingness to cross-train to CT. Nebraska radiographer license is preferred; CPR certification is current.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Nuclear Medicine Technology program and/or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum two years' experience in nuclear medicine.
• Registered by ARRT or NMTCB.
• Willing to cross-train to CT.
• Nebraska Medical Radiographer License preferred.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
• Performs Nuclear Med/CT exams and PET exams following established procedures.
• Uses radiation protection and shielding materials.
• Injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging.
• Records radiopharmaceutical administration and patient information.
• Maintains equipment and logs procedures; ensures rooms are stocked and clean.

Skills

Patient care

Cross-training CT

CPR certification

Radiation safety

Education

Nuclear Medicine Technology program

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform Nuclear Med/CT exams, PET exams, and all other related duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures
• Performs exams following established procedures for patient care and safetyUses a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials
• Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging proceduresProcesses diagnostic imaging procedures and records radiopharmaceuticals administration to patients
• Receives and records appropriate information regarding receipt of radioactive material and pharmaceuticalsRequests and coordinates all necessary patient information including medical chart and charges
• Prepares contrast mediaEnsures equipment is in working order; Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisorLogs radiologic procedures completed; Processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directedMaintains examination rooms; Stocks necessary medical and radiologic suppliesPerforms quality assurance procedures on the equipmentMaintains strictest confidentialityOther projects/responsibilities as may be assigned periodically by direct supervisor

Education and Training:

Graduate of a Nuclear Medicine Technology program and/or Bachelor's degree in relevant fieldOpportunity to cross-training to CT Experience: Minimum two years' experience in nuclear medicine

Schedule:

Day shiftMonday to FridayFull-time

Requirements:

• Registered by either the ARRT or Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certifying Board (NMTCB)
• Willing to cross-train to CT
• Nebraska Medical Radiographer License preferred
• Must meet continuing education requirements for specialty field
• Current CPR certification