Nuclear Medicine Technologist Lead

Swedish Hospital; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Retirement options with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Swedish Hospital in Naperville, IL, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist Lead to oversee imaging quality, lead staff, and ensure safe, efficient patient care in a full-time role.

The position requires IL licensure, ARRT(N) or CNMT with current registration, BLS, and a minimum of 1 year in Nuclear Medicine (3+ years preferred), along with leadership experience. Hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–5:00 pm with rotating on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Illinois licensure (IEMA) required.
• ARRT(N) or CNMT with current registration required; BLS certification required.
• 1 year minimum Nuclear Medicine and PET experience; leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to Nuclear Medicine staff and ensure high-quality imaging and efficient patient care.
• Perform Nuclear Medicine exams and assist in developing imaging protocols and procedures.
• Coordinate staff schedules, training, orientation and performance evaluations; support daily department operations.
• Oversee equipment QA, preventative maintenance and compliance with radiation safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Nuclear Medicine

Imaging protocols

Staff coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$45.87 - $71.10 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Lead

Position Highlights

• Position: Nuclear Medicine Technologist Lead
• Location: Edward Hospital, Naperville
• Contract Type: Full Time, 36 hours per week
• Hours: M-F, Days, 7:00 am-5:00 pm, rotating schedule
• On-Call: Rotating Saturday coverage for STAT and observation patients
• Holidays: Rotating holiday coverage; department closed for the six major holidays recognized by Endeavor Health

What you will do

• Provide technical guidance and leadership to Nuclear Medicine staff, ensuring high-quality imaging and efficient patient care.
• Perform Nuclear Medicine exams and assist in developing and implementing imaging protocols and procedures.
• Coordinate staff schedules, training, orientation and performance evaluations while supporting daily department operations.
• Oversee equipment quality assurance, preventative maintenance and compliance with radiation safety regulations.

What you will need

• License: Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) licensure required.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• Certification: ARRT(N) or CNMT certification with current registration required. Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience required. 3+ years of Nuclear Medicine and PET experience preferred. Previous demonstrated leadership skills preferred.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions)

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

About Endeavor Health

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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