Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Full-time Rotating

Northwestern Medicine group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Chicago to perform diagnostic imaging and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine procedures. You will ensure patient safety, operate imaging equipment, and maintain accurate documentation within hospital policies.

The role requires NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification, BLS, and graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program. Siemens e.soft experience is a plus, with rotating shifts and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist Program.
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT Nuclear Medicine (N).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient safety throughout imaging; screen, prepare, monitor, post-procedure care.
• Produce diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and standards.
• Operate imaging equipment and ensure room readiness; coordinate exam flow and timely documentation.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Certification NMTCB/ARRT

BLS

Education

Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist Program

Tools

Siemens e.soft

Job description

• Full-time
• Hours Per Week / FTE: 40 hrs/wk - 1.0 FTE
• Job Shift: Rotating
• Salary Range Minimum : $46.36
• Salary Range Maximum: $57.95
• Compensation: USD 46.36 - USD 57.95 - hourly

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The AMC Nuclear Medicine Technologist reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine imaging procedures through the administration of radioactive isotopes to generate imaging information necessary for the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of patients. Services are provided in accordance with industry standards, IEMA Standards, department protocols, and hospital policies and procedures. Also performs therapeutic Nuclear Medicine Procedures.

Responsibilities:

Description

• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Administers contrast in accordance with policy, including screening for contraindications and patient monitoring (as applicable).
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and initiates follow-up through established service processes.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in medical record and image archive system, including exam set-up, image routing, result availability and charging accuracy.
• Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.
• Consistently upholds all applicable quality and safety standards within diagnostic imaging, such as radiation safety, MRI safety, Infection prevention measures safe practices (as applicable to the role) to protect self, patients, visitors and team members
• Ensures a positive patient experience throughout care delivery
• Supports department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, growth
• Supports additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs
• Performs Nuclear Medicine imaging, inclusive of planar, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT imaging delivery
• Works in Radiopharmacy to assist with dispensing of radiopharmaceuticals for health system delivery
• Assist with research studies and trials

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist Program
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Nuclear Medicine (N)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Siemens e.soft work environment.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.