Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) - Pekin

Carle Health; Escanaba (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform specialized procedures and ensure quality patient care. The role involves working with advanced imaging technology, adhering to safety protocols, and collaborating with a supportive team. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and a commitment to clinical excellence. Join a dynamic environment that values growth and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine required.
• BLS Provider certification needed.
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) required.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures for patients of all ages.
• Maintains quality care and documentation throughout procedures.
• Trains fellow technologists/students and ensures patient safety.

Skills

Clinical Excellence

Patient Care

Problem Solving

Education

Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree: Related Field

Certificate of Completion: Nuclear Medicine

Job description

Overview

To perform routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures for patients of all ages in order to confirm or deny required treatment. To adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist.

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

• Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages.
• Exhibits competency in performing diagnostic imaging and radionuclide therapy
• Completes scheduling, ordering radiopharmaceutical and patient preparation guidelines
• Performs and documents administrations of all Radiopharmaceuticals
• Maintains quality care throughout the procedure practicing radiation protection maintaining personal exposure ALARA
• Performs required equipment quality control
• Documents quality control records and images camera floods
• Follows all conditions of MMCI radioactive material license and IDNS regulations
• Completes all radiation safety documentation
• Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.
• Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider’s orders and hospital lab procedures/policies.

Clinical Excellence

• Maintains working knowledge of equipment and procedures in order to function in multiple areas of the department.
• Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation and performs reasonable troubleshooting
• Checks and observes equipment for general safety and appropriate operation
• Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room
• Knowledgeable of Hot Lab and procedures
• Receives radioactive packages; prepares doses for disposition; maintains radioactive waste for storage
• Knowledgeable of thyroid ablations and therapies
• Fulfills all documentation for IDNS requirements
• Performs Schilling's and Red Cell mass procedures
• Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.
• Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment.

Building Relationships

• Performs support functions of the Nuclear Medicine/PET Department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met. Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost-effective care for our patients.
• Promptly processes films and paper work to ensure timely turn around in providing a report
• Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care by transporting to and from the department as required and working with multiple patients at one time utilizing appropriate resources to ensure safety
• Promptly and accurately enters patient information into RIS system and all other medical records to ensure efficient patient throughput
• Maintains the QA, QC and QI programs
• Shares knowledge, guides, and encourages fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures
• Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment

Qualifications

License/Certifications: Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA); Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider - American Heart Association (AHA); Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB); Registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) within 1 year - VariesEducation: Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology; Bachelor's Degree: Related Field; Certificate of Completion: Nuclear MedicineOther Knowledge/Skills:

Carle Health Company Overview

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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

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Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $33.05per hour - $56.85per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.