Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Full-time Rotating Shifts

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

Matching 401(k)

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northwestern Memorial Hospital is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine imaging, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols. The role involves radiopharmaceutical handling, image optimization, and collaboration with the team.

You will work under established protocols, maintain documentation, and participate in quality and safety initiatives within the department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist Program.
• NMTCB or ARRT NM certification.
• IEMA accreditation.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient safety throughout the imaging process.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains room readiness.
• Maintains accurate documentation in medical records.

Skills

Patient safety

Imaging protocols

Quality improvement

Education

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTCB or ARRT NM)

IEMA Accreditation

BLS Certification

Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist Program

Tools

Siemens e.soft workflow

Job description

The salary range for this position is $46.36 - $57.95 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

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 visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you’ll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you’ve been, and we support where you’re headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)


• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)


• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)


• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)


• Matching 401(k)


• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage


• Life insurance


• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus


• Paid time off and Holiday pay

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

• 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)


• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation


• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Siemens e.soft work environment.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Background Check

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.

Benefits

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 visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position)

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 at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.