Nuclear Medicine Technologist

SSM Health•Saint Charles, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Completion of Nuclear Medicine program
ARRT-N/CNMT credential within 6 months of hire date.
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) OR ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) OR Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) (for Illinois locations)
No experience required

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.

One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday through DailyPay (fees may apply).
Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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