Nuclear Medicine Technologist

HealthPartners; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform high-quality nuclear medicine and PET/CT procedures. The ideal candidate should be a graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program. Responsibilities include equipment maintenance and patient interactions. Competitive benefits package available for eligible positions.

Qualifications

• AART or NMTCB Nuclear Medicine certification required.
• Must maintain BLS certification.
• Willingness to participate in continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality nuclear medicine and PET/CT procedures.
• Interact with patients, physicians, and staff in a professional manner.
• Maintain nuclear medicine equipment in optimum condition.

Skills

Intravenous radioactive chemicals administration

Independence in problem-solving

Knowledge of age-related growth principles

Education

Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program

Job description

Overview

Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our Radiology team. Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary

Performs high quality nuclear medicine and PET/CT procedures in accordance with established protocols. Interacts with patients, physicians, and staff in a professional and courteous manner. Applies knowledge of radiation protection, emergency protocols and procedures, and proper equipment utilization to maximize safety in the work environment. Maintains nuclear medicine equipment in optimum working condition.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday day shift starting between 0630am-0800am. Rotation through on-call schedule for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Required Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination: Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program
• Must be willing to participate in continuing education to remain current of technical advances.
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: AART or NMTCB Nuclear Medicine certification
• Must maintain BLS.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able or willing to be trained in administering intravenous radioactive chemicals.
• Ability to assess results, problem solve, and use independent judgment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination: One year of nuclear medicine experience

Benefits

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!