Nuclear Medicine Technologist PET/CT - Kokomo

Community Health Network; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network is seeking a PET/CT Technologist in Kokomo, Indiana, to perform nuclear medicine and diagnostic CT procedures. The ideal candidate will hold a 2-year degree in Nuclear Medicine along with required certifications and have a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. Responsibilities include the operation of imaging equipment and maintaining patient documentation. This role provides an opportunity to work in a community-focused environment with a dedication to advanced healthcare.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine is mandatory.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology or equivalent is required.
• Certification in Computed Tomography (if applicable) must be obtained within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine, molecular imaging, and diagnostic CT procedures.
• Provide optimal patient care while monitoring patient needs.
• Document all orders in the patient’s medical record.
• Ensure proper use of all department equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Nuclear medicine procedures

Documentation skills

Equipment operation

Education

2 year degree in Nuclear Medicine

4 year degree in Nuclear Medicine (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Responsibilities

• A PET/CT technologist performs nuclear medicine, molecular imaging, and diagnostic CT procedures or therapies at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner and under the supervision of an authorized user.
• Provide optimal patient care remaining sensitive to the needs of patients through patient assessment and monitoring.
• Receive, relay and document all verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient’s medical record.
• Demonstrate proper use and knowledge of all department equipment, positioning devices, patient care items and patient monitoring devices.

Qualifications

• Required: 2 year degree in Nuclear Medicine
• Required: One of the following is required Certifications/Licensures: (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technology (N)(ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB))
• Preferred: 4 year degree in Nuclear Medicine
• Certifications/Licensures: (One of the following is required Certifications within one year of hire: Certified Computed Tomography (CT) (ARRT) or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) (CT))