Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PRN/South County) - Cardiology

Washington University in St. Louis; Missouri; On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis in Saint Louis, MO seeks a Radiopharmacy/Nuclear Medicine Technologist to prepare, measure, and administer radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic studies under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include calibrating equipment, performing scans, measuring radioactivity, and ensuring radiation safety. CNMT certification is required; two years of Nuclear Medicine experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff.
• Understanding of nuclear medicine terminology and procedures.
• Familiarity with cardiology and diagnostic imaging.
• Experience supporting radiopharmaceutical procedures and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepares stock solutions and calculates doses of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Calibrates equipment and performs diagnostic studies as prescribed.
• Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters and detectors.
• Administers therapeutic doses under physician direction.
• Adheres to radiation safety procedures and patient safety protocols.
• Explains procedures to patients and assists during examinations and research studies.

Skills

Cardiology

Communication

Echocardiography

Medical Terminology

Job description

Position Summary

Prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostic and therapeutic studies, utilizing a variety of equipment and following prescribed procedures.

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63129

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculates doses and administers doses under the direction of a physician.
• Calibrates equipment. Performs diagnostic studies on patients as prescribed by physician using scanners or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on photographic film.
• Measures radioactivity, using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectors.
• Administers therapeutic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under direction of physician.
• Follows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials.
• Renders appropriate patient care. Explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients and assists them during procedures. Performs PET and other designated research studies in accordance with necessary study procedures so that studies are completed as designed.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education

Required Qualifications

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technology (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

Work Experience

Nuclear Medicine (2 Years)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Education

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Cardiology Clinical Research, Communication, Echocardiography, Medical Terminology

Grade

C13-H

Salary Range

$33.95 - $52.63 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to review our benefit eligibility criteria along with any applicable benefits.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.