Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 40 hours per week | Diagnostic Imaging
Great River Health•West Burlington, IA
•$39•Onsite
About The Position
This role involves preparing, administering, and measuring radioactive isotopes for diagnostic and therapeutic studies using specialized radioisotope equipment. The technologist will operate Nuclear Medicine and PETCT equipment to visualize anatomical or physiological structures for diagnostic purposes, producing high-quality images for radiologists and physicians. A strong understanding of anatomy, technical factors, radiation safety, and basic computer skills is essential.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree (AA) Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
- 1-3 years Training/experience in Nuclear Medicine.
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (United States of America) Required or Nuclear Medicine Technologist Nuclear Med Tech Certification Board (NMTCB) (United States of America) Required or Nuclear Medicine Technologist Iowa Dept of Public Health (IDPH) (United States of America) Required
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Nice To Haves
- May be required to work/float to more than one work location.
Responsibilities
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of a physician.
- Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies, using a gamma camera or PETCT to produce photographic or computer-generated images.
- Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed, using computer and following physician's prescription.
- Process cardiac and other function studies, using computer.
- Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment and Nuclear Medicine & PETCT imaging equipment.
- Maintain detailed procedure records.
- Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
- Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
- Prepare stock radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay
- Matching retirement programs
- Health, Dental and Vision plans
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans
- Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Discounted cafeteria meals
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Service Recognition program
- Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
