Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PRN/South County) - Cardiology

Washington University in St. Louis; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Radiology/Nuclear Medicine professional to prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic studies.

The role involves calibrating equipment, conducting scans, and ensuring patient safety under physician supervision. Ideal candidates have CNMT certification and at least 2 years in Nuclear Medicine, with strong communication and radiology terminology skills.

Qualifications

• CNMT certification is required or preferred for this role.
• Two years of Nuclear Medicine work experience are required.
• Diploma not required; drives eligibility for the position.

Responsibilities

• Prepares stock solutions, calculates doses and administers radiopharmaceutical doses under physician direction.
• Calibrates equipment and performs diagnostic studies with scanners to image organs.
• Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters and scintillation detectors.
• Administers therapeutic radiopharmaceutical doses under physician direction.
• Follows radiation safety techniques and disposal procedures for radioactive materials.
• Explains procedures to patients and assists them; conducts PET and related research per protocol.

Skills

Cardiology Clinical Research

Communication

Echocardiography

Medical Terminology

Education

CNMT - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Nuclear Medicine experience (2 Years)

Job description

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63129

Position Summary

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

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.

Required Qualifications

Education:

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

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.