Nuclear Medicine Technologist - No Weekends, No Holidays, No On Call

Springfield Clinic; Springfield, Lincoln (IL, NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled Radiology Nuclear Medicine Technologist. This role involves utilizing advanced imaging technologies, including PET and SPECT, to produce detailed diagnostic images. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in nuclear medicine, excellent customer service skills, and a commitment to adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Join a dedicated team in a dynamic clinical environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on patient care and diagnostic accuracy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in nuclear medicine.
• Experience preferred in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain liaison with physicians regarding nuclear medicine procedures.
• Operate PET and SPECT imaging systems and administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• Comply with safety protocols and perform quality assurance testing.

Skills

Venipuncture

Manual Dexterity

Customer Service

Education

Accredited Program in Nuclear Medicine

Tools

PET Imaging Systems

SPECT Imaging Systems

Dose Calibrators

Survey Instruments

Job description

The Radiology Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for utilizing gamma-emitting and positron-emitting radioactive materials for diagnostic imaging purposes, PET and SPECT instrumentation may be combined with CT to generate attenuation correction for molecular imaging and to produce three-dimensional images without contrast to enhance the evaluation of physiological processes at a molecular level. Also responsible for the use of sealed and unsealed radioactive materials for diagnostic imaging purposes. Job Relationships Reports to the Advanced Imaging Operations Manager Principal Responsibilities Maintain liaison with physicians to resolve problems and to advise concerning nuclear medicine procedures, techniques and equipment. Order, measure, administer, record, store and dispose of radioisotopes. Perform decontamination procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations if necessary. Participate in radiation safety protocols and quality assurance testing relating to calibration and maintenance of equipment. Recognize emergency patient conditions and initiate life-saving first aid when appropriate. Administer appropriate radiopharmaceuticals. Operate PET and SPECT imaging systems with or without sealed sources of radioactive materials, x-ray tubes. Document laboratory operations by utilizing non-imaging instrumentation of dose calibrators, survey instruments, probes and wells. Participate in departmental inspections conducted by various licensing, regulatory and accrediting agencies. Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures. Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy. Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy. Perform other job duties as assigned. Education/Experience Graduate of an accredited program. Experience preferred. Licenses/Certificates Possess and maintain active licensure with the IL Emergency Management Agency (IEMA). Possess and maintain active certification/registration with either NMTCB or ARRT(NM). CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Proficient in venipuncture. Must possess manual dexterity to use a keyboard and handle equipment. Must be capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending and lifting. Must be able to walk and/or stand for long periods. Working Environment Molecular Imaging Department clinical setting. PHI/Privacy Level HIPAA2