Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Good Samaritan Society; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society is hiring for a position involving the administration of nuclear imaging procedures. The role requires certification with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board and adherence to radiation safety standards. You'll interact with patients, ensuring quality imaging while maintaining safety.

An attractive benefits package is offered, including health and dental insurance, a 401(k), and generous time-off. You will work in a supportive environment that prioritizes patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology is required.
• Certification with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for administration of nuclear imaging procedures.
• Prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals and therapeutic dosages.
• Implements radiation safety standards and quality assurance.

Skills

Radiation safety standards

Nuclear imaging procedures

Patient care

Data analysis for imaging

Education

Completion of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology

Certification with the NMTCB

Basic Life Support certification

Tools

Radiation-detecting equipment

Imaging cameras

Computer data systems

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Job Summary

Responsible for administration of nuclear imaging procedures, calculation, diagnostic, therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals, and adjunctive medications using a variety of equipment and strictly adhering to relevant safety standards. Performs quality nuclear medicine imaging examinations through the application of advanced technical knowledge while maintaining strict attention to patient care in accordance with department policy and procedure. Carry out hot lab duties and perform a variety of nuclear medicine studies on inpatients and outpatients in all age groups from neonate to geriatric. Have an understanding of nuclear regulatory commission (NRC) rules and regulations, practice radiation safety, safely operate all cameras and equipment in the department, process and send data to required destinations via computer. Understands the theories and principles behind the equipment and tests performed in the nuclear medicine department.

Prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals and therapeutically dosages under the direction of a physician. Employs radiation-detecting equipment to perform patient imaging procedures; describes procedures to patients and answers questions. Implements radiation safety standards and quality assurance into daily work and monitors a patient's condition during the course of an imaging procedure. Collects patient information, analyzes data and provides quality images for a physician to diagnose a patient.

Dependent on needs of facility and department may also be responsible and cross-trained in performing positron emission tomography computed tomography (PETCT) scans with thorough understanding of all processes related to PETCT. Has ability to perform nuclear medicine procedures after appropriate orientation to the department. Able to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations. Confirmation of thorough understanding of all processes related to PETCT.

Demonstrate qualities of a team player. Professionalism and confidentiality will be adhered to at all times. Necessary to be open to change and technology advancements.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology is required.
• Certification with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) required. In addition for the state of North Dakota (ND), licensed with the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (MIRT) board.
• Registered in positron emission tomography (PET) helpful.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 60 days of employment, recertification as required.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0265333
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No