Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance

35% discount at Clarkson College

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Omaha is seeking a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist. This role involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ensuring patient safety, and participating in research. The ideal candidate must hold a degree from an accredited nuclear medicine program and relevant certifications. Competitive compensation and educational support are included. Join a team dedicated to extraordinary care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nuclear medicine program required.
• Current certification by NMTCB or ARRT required.
• Basic Life Support certification within three months required.
• Experience with patient monitoring and other safety equipment required.
• Ability to work with radioactive material in a safe manner required.
• Current NMTCB and/or ARRT certification required.
• BLS certification within three months of hire from an AHA-endorsed program.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures.
• Utilize departmental resources for accurate exams at low risk.
• Participate in teaching and research related to nuclear medicine.

Skills

Knowledge of computers interfaced with gamma cameras

Knowledge of radioactive materials

Experience with patient monitoring

Safe handling of radioactive materials

Good communication/personal skills

Education

Graduate from an accredited nuclear medicine program

Current certification by NMTCB or ARRT

Basic Life Support certification

Tools

Computers interfaced with gamma cameras

Job description

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Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Full-time

Position Highlights:

• Full time and benefits eligible (1.0 FTE) - 80 hours per pay period
• First Shift
• Location: Omaha Nebraska

If you have questions about the Nuclear Medicine Technologist role, please contact our TA Partner, Rohit Shinde, at [e-mail]

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Description: Perform quality diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under supervision to ensure accurate and appropriate imaging information for use in diagnosis and treatment. Participate in teaching and research relating to nuclear medicine in support of the organizational mission. Utilize departmental resources (e.g., personnel, supplies, and capital equipment) to ensure timely and accurate diagnostic and therapeutic exams in the nuclear medicine section at the lowest possible risk and cost to the patient. Demonstrate knowledge and skill in addressing age-specific needs of the patients served.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited nuclear medicine program required.
• Knowledge of computers that are interfaced with the gamma cameras required.
• Knowledge of radioactive materials, doses and flood sources required.
• Experience with patient monitoring and other ancillary patient and radiation safety equipment required.
• Ability to work with radioactive material in a safe manner required.
• Current certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and/or The American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within three months of hire or transfer date required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively handle patients and families in all age groups preferred.
• Good communication/personal skills preferred.
• Knowledge of nuclear medicine gamma cameras, stationary and portable from varying manufacturers preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.