Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

SSM Health • Lake Saint Louis, MO

112d • $38

About The Position

Performs therapeutic and diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures providing quality images to radiologists and physicians for interpretation.

Requirements

• Completion of Nuclear Medicine program.
• ARRT-N and CNMT credential within 6 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) certification from American Heart Association (AHA).
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) from Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.
• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately.
• Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning.
• Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: instant access to earned, unpaid base pay through DailyPay (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees