Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Per Diem

American Addiction Centers

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Advocate Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a Per Diem position at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. This part-time role requires flexibility and availability for at least one shift per pay period, including call rotation. Experience in general Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, and PET/CT is required. The technologist will be responsible for preparing, administering, and documenting diagnostic doses of radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to radiation safety practices, and performing various diagnostic procedures. The role also involves patient interaction, history taking, and maintaining competence through ongoing self-study.

Requirements

• Successful completion of formal Nuclear Medicine Technology Program in an AMA Approved facility required.
• Registered by either the ARRT (N) or NMTCB, or, if candidate is a New Graduate, must be registry eligible and must be registered within 1 year of hire date.
• BLS required.
• Experience in general NM, Nuclear Cardiology and PET/CT required.
• Availability to work at least one shift per pay period.
• Flexibility required.
• Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Handling equipment and monitoring supplies.
• Oral and written communication skills are required to interact with patients and hospital staff.
• Able to frequently stretch, bend, twist, squat or kneel in operating all radiographic equipment.
• Vision and hearing for distances of up to 20 feet is necessary.
• Will be required to carry weights up to 25 pounds.
• May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, and being near moving equipment.
• Able to adapt to changes in temperature and humidity.
• 50% of the work time is standing.
• 50% of the work time is operating computers, monitors, survey meters and other radiopharmaceutical preparations.
• All procedures or other job-related tasks involve an inherent potential for mucous -2- membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids/tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes. Use of appropriate protective measures is required.

Nice To Haves

• One year of direct patient care work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, administers and documents diagnostic doses of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Adheres to department radiation safety practices.
• Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
• Obtains brief patient history and records all pertinent information on finished exams (i.e., dose information patient data, dates, views, etc.).
• Verifies the patient by checking identification armband and prepares patient for the procedure.
• Explains the procedure to the patient and parents/family member of the patients.
• Performs organ concentration and excretion measurements to provide diagnostic information of patient illness.
• Maintains an on-going self-study program to ensure competence and knowledge in new techniques or radiopharmaceuticals.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed