Theranostic Charge - RT(T) - or- R.T.(N)/CNMT

Barnes-Jewish Hospital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan match

Paid time off

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is seeking a Theranostic Charge Lead to serve as the operational anchor for the new Theranostics Program in the Radiation Oncology Theranostics Department at CAM. This full-time day-shift role centers Theranostic work, moving away from imaging, with responsibilities across workflow, safety, and program growth.

Candidates should have Theranostic experience in nuclear medicine or radiation therapy, strong leadership, and certifications (CNMT/R.T.(N) or RT(T)).

Qualifications

• CNMT / R.T.(N) certification
• Associate degree or trade school equivalency (or higher)
• 2+ years experience
• ARRT Board Certification (RT(T))
• 2+ years experience in Theranostic settings

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support day-to-day Theranostic therapy workflow
• Ensure radiation safety compliance and program readiness
• Provide staff support and serve as a go-to operational lead
• Support timely delivery of radiopharmaceutical therapies
• Act as the clinical resource and expert for Theranostic treatment and program growth

Job description

Additional Information About The Role

Barnes-Jewish Hospital. We’re seeking a Theranostic Charge Lead who can step in as the operational anchor for the therapy service line.

BJC HealthCare System is seeking a Charge Theranostic Lead (RT(T) or R.T.(N)/CNMT) for a New Theranostics Program in the Radiation Oncology Theranostics Department at the Center for Advanced Medicine (CAM) located at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. We’re seeking a Theranostic Charge Lead who can step in as the operational anchor for the therapy service line.

This Role Requires Theranostic Experience

Candidates with either will be considered:

• Radiation Therapist (RT(T)) with Theranostic experience, or
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist (R.T.(N)/CNMT) with Theranostic experience

Position Details

• Full-Time
• Day Shift
• Monday–Friday (8-hour shifts) - Varied start times around 7:30am/8:00am
• Theranostic Charge Lead role—primarily 100% Theranostic-focused, stepping away from imaging

Key Responsibilities

Theranostic Charge / Therapy Services Lead

• Coordinate and support day-to-day Theranostic therapy workflow
• Ensure radiation safety compliance and program readiness
• Provide staff support and serve as a go-to operational lead
• Support timely delivery of radiopharmaceutical therapies
• Function as the primary technologist resource for Theranostic treatment and program growth

Requirements (Certifications & Eligibility)

Nuclear Medicine Technologist (R.T.(N) / CNMT)

• CNMT* / R.T.(N) certification
• Associate degree or trade school equivalency (or higher)
• 2+ years experience

Radiation Therapist (RT(T))

• Completed an accredited Radiation Therapy program
• ARRT Board Certification (RT(T))
• 2+ years experience

If you have experience in any of the following, you may be a strong fit: Therapeutic Radiopharmaceutical Administration, Hot Lab / radiopharmaceutical preparation workflow, radiation Safety, Radiotracer / Nuclear Medicine technologist, Radiation Oncology / Theranostic therapy support, Radiation Therapist (RT(T)) – Brachy & Theranostic

Role Purpose

Performs nuclear medicine diagnostic imaging, therapeutic procedures, and quality control. Assists staff technologist in prioritizing and problem solving patient care or imaging issues, and serves as a resource person. Delegates tasks to ensure proper daily operations. Assumes responsibilities of supervisor in their absence. Assists in the development and training of students and/or new employees. Provides continuing education and mentorship to Nuclear Medicine Technologists and Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologists.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and equipment for procedures.
• Performs studies independently, in on-call situations, portable exams, and other sites as required by work area.
• Manages shift operations to include assignments, lunch schedules, and adjusts priorities and assignments to best meet customer needs.
• Serves as the clinical resource and expert for the technologists, includes but is not limited to: problem solving, assisting with difficult exams, and mentoring
• Serves as the clinical liaison between the team and supervisor. Ensures that proper information is communicated and escalated to the supervisor appropriately.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Associate or Trade School Equi

Experience

• 2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Cert Nuclear Medicine Techn
• IEMA - Illinois only, excl MRI
• R.T.(N)/CNMT

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Nuclear Medicine

Experience

• 5-10 years

Supervisor Experience

• 2 years

Licenses & Certifications

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Benefits And Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance
• Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer