Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

Indiana University Health System; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana University Health System's Fishers Hospital is seeking a PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under physician supervision. You will prepare radiopharmaceuticals, position patients for imaging, and ensure safe handling and disposal of radioactive materials in compliance with regulations.

Requires Indiana ISDH licensure, board eligibility (ARRT NM/NMTCB), and BLS certification; 0-3 years of experience accepted; CT certification

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience is acceptable.
• Basic Life Support certification (AHA) is required.
• Ability to maneuver equipment and adjust patient positions as needed.
• Active licensure as Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Indiana; board eligibility within 6 months if applicable.
• CT certification within 18 months if performing SPECT/CT or PET/CT.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radiopharmaceuticals.
• Record diagnostic images after proper patient positioning and instruction.
• Handle radiopharmaceutical receipt, storage, administration and disposal per policies.
• Follow lab procedures and comply with hospital, state and federal regulations.

Skills

BLS certification

Patient positioning

Education

Indiana ISDH Nuclear Medicine Technologist license

NMTCB/ARRT NM board eligibility

Job description

This is a PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist position located at Fishers Hospital (Monday - Friday needs).

Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures involving the use of radiopharmaceuticals to perform body function studies, organ imaging, and analyze biologic specimen. Demonstrates the appropriate knowledge and skills necessary to work with patients from pediatric through geriatric. Follows physician's instructions, prepares and operates equipment and positions patients correctly in order to record the requested diagnostic images. Requires a strong understanding of the handling of radiopharmaceuticals during the receipt; storage; administration; and disposal process. Requires knowledge of proper laboratory procedures and a strong understanding of all hospital; state and federal policies and regulations regarding the handling of radioactive materials; hazardous chemicals; and body fluids.

• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
• Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Technologist - Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or or a recent graduate of an approved training program in Nuclear Medicine (board eligible). If board eligible, must obtain credential in Nuclear Medicine within 6 months of hire.
• As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, if you are required to perform SPECT/CT or PET/CT you will be required to obtain Computed Tomography (CT) certification within 18 months of hire through ARRT or NMTCB.
• Requires current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.