Nuclear Medicine Technologist — Imaging & PACS Expert

Javon-Bea-Hospital; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Tuition and certification reimburse

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures and ensure patient safety and comfort. You will prepare patients, administer radiopharmaceuticals, and operate imaging equipment while maintaining high-quality data and accurate records.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, state licensure or certification (CNMT/ARRT N) and Illinois accreditation as needed, plus CPR/BLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nuclear medicine program.
• Minimum 3–5 years experience required.
• CNMT or ARRT(N) required; IEMA-DNS accreditation if Illinois.
• CPR or BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine procedures and related techniques for diagnostic images.
• Prepares patients and instructs to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Operates nuclear medicine equipment and positions patient safely.
• Maintains venous access, prepares radiopharmaceuticals with correct isotope and dose.
• Evaluates images for technical quality and documents findings and safety events.
• Uses PACS/EMR for reporting, archiving, and image sharing; adheres to protocols.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Adaptability

Education

Nuclear medicine program graduate

Tools

PACS

EMR

Imaging equipment

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures and ensure patient safety and comfort. You will prepare patients, administer radiopharmaceuticals, and operate imaging equipment while maintaining high-quality data and accurate records.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, state licensure or certification (CNMT/ARRT N) and Illinois accreditation as needed, plus CPR/BLS within 90 days.