Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $5K Sign-On Bonus

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in Urbana, IL is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic studies and radiopharmaceutical administrations using Nuc Med and PET/CT equipment, following department procedures and safety regulations.

This full‑time role includes a $5,000 sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance for moves over 50 miles, with a day shift and close collaboration with radiologists and imaging staff.

Qualifications

• College Diploma Related Field Or
• Certificate of Completion Radiologic Technology
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) within 1 year - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
• Registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) within 1 year - Varies
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Positive attitude and demonstrated willingness to assess and improve work environment.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks while coordinating patient flow and a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic studies and radiopharmaceutical administration by utilizing Nuc Med and/or PED/CT equipment by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols.
• Reviews orders for completeness and accuracy; assesses patient history for medical necessity and seeks additional information as needed.
• Demonstrates imaging quality by critiquing positioning, factors and alignment; ensures data accuracy and completeness.
• Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides medical history for Radiologist interpretation; uses RIS for scheduling, billing and coding.
• Maintains imaging equipment and workplace environment; manages supply inventories and reports malfunctions.
• Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety; reports safety events promptly.
• Assists in instruction of students and staff; may act as Nuc Med Lead or Imaging Coordinator in absence.
• Meets productivity levels and assists other areas during downtime; may perform duties in other modalities as licensed.

Job description

Carle Health in Urbana, IL is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic studies and radiopharmaceutical administrations using Nuc Med and PET/CT equipment, following department procedures and safety regulations.

This full‑time role includes a $5,000 sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance for moves over 50 miles, with a day shift and close collaboration with radiologists and imaging staff.