Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Radiology

Cancer Partners; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cancer Partners of Nebraska is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their team at the April Sampson Cancer Center. This full-time role involves performing nuclear medicine procedures, preparing patients, and ensuring safety protocols. Ideal candidates are compassionate professionals with a strong background in radiologic technology and nuclear medicine.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in nuclear medicine.
• Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Registered by ARRT or NMTCB; Nebraska Medical Radiographer License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures and performs CT & PET exams.
• Injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Maintains examination rooms and ensures equipment functionality.

Skills

Patient Preparation

Imaging Procedures

Radiopharmaceutical Preparation

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Completion of radiologic technology course

Job description

Overview

Do you have a passion for helping others? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? Are you positive and compassionate towards others? If yes, then Cancer Partners of Nebraska is the place for you. Since 1997, we have been serving the Lincoln community and beyond focusing on personalized treatment plans. We are located at the new April Sampson Cancer Center located in south Lincoln, where we provide state of the art technology and service lines for patients.

Cancer Partners of Nebraska is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform Nuclear Med/CT exams, PET exams, and all other related duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures. Performs CT & PET exams following established procedures for patient care and safety
• Uses a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials
• Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures
• Processes diagnostic imaging procedures and records radiopharmaceutical administration to patients
• Receives and records appropriate information regarding receipt of radioactive material and pharmaceuticals
• Requests and coordinates all necessary patient information including medical chart and charges
• Prepares contrast media
• Ensures equipment is in working order; Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor
• Logs radiologic procedures completed; Processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directed
• Maintains examination rooms; Stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies
• Performs quality assurance procedures on the equipment
• Maintains strictest confidentiality
• Other projects/responsibilities as may be assigned periodically by direct supervisor

Education and Training:

• Completion of course in radiologic technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies ARRT (CT)
• Graduate of a Nuclear Medicine Technology program and/or Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Experience:

• Minimum two years' experience in nuclear medicine

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Full-time

Requirements:

• Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Registered by either the ARRT or Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certifying Board (NMTCB)
• Nebraska Medical Radiographer License preferred
• Must meet continuing education requirements for specialty field
• Current CPR certification

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Combination of sedentary, walking, lifting, bending, reaching activities
• Requires normal vision range and absence of color-blindness
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds; may need to transfer patients up to 300 pounds
• Performs complex and varied tasks requiring independent knowledge
• Occasional stress from balancing multiple demands