Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

Indiana University Health; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is looking for a PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist for Fishers Hospital. The position involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using radiopharmaceuticals and requires a valid Indiana State Department of Health license. Candidates should possess a Basic Life Support certification and be either a Registered Technologist or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist. The successful applicant will adhere to safety regulations while conducting procedures across various patient demographics.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification from the AHA required.
• Active status as either RT(NM) or CNMT, or board eligible required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with radiopharmaceuticals.
• Follow physician instructions and operate equipment.
• Manage hazardous chemicals and comply with regulations.

Skills

Ability to maneuver equipment

Improvise patient positioning

Education

Basic Life Support certification

Current Indiana State Department of Health license

Certification as Registered Technologist – Nuclear Medicine or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job description

PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Fishers Hospital

This position is available Monday through Friday. The technologist performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures involving the use of radiopharmaceuticals to conduct body function studies, organ imaging, and analysis of biological specimens.

Key responsibilities include following physician instructions, preparing and operating equipment, positioning patients accurately, handling radiopharmaceuticals during receipt, storage, administration, and disposal, managing hazardous chemicals, and adhering to all hospital, state, and federal policies and regulations regarding radioactive materials and body fluids.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant experience
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required
• Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise patient positioning when needed
• Active status as either a Registered Technologist – Nuclear Medicine (RT(NM)) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, or a recent graduate of an approved training program (board eligible). If board eligible, must obtain credential within 6 months of hire.
• For SPECT/CT or PET/CT duties, certification in Computed Tomography (CT) required within 18 months of hire through ARRT or NMTCB.
• Current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Licensure and Certification

Current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Nuclear Medicine Technologist is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Apply at https://www.iuhealth.org/applynow.