Nuclear Med Tech Casual Rotating

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Geneva, IL

13d • $46 - $63

About The Position

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values; follows its Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program; and complies with applicable policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards. The technologist performs nuclear medicine imaging, including planar, SPECT/CT, and/or PET/CT imaging, while supporting patient safety and a positive patient experience throughout care delivery. The role is casual, has a rotating shift, and is listed at 1 hour per week (0.025 FTE).

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist Program.
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Nuclear Medicine (N) certification.
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produce diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Review images before exam completion and initiate corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Administer contrast in accordance with policy, including screening for contraindications and monitoring patients, as applicable.
• Operate imaging equipment and maintain imaging room readiness.
• Identify equipment performance issues and initiate follow-up through established service processes.
• Coordinate exam flow and prioritize time-sensitive studies.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the medical record and image archive system, including exam set-up, image routing, result availability, and charging accuracy.
• Adhere to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.
• Uphold applicable diagnostic imaging quality and safety standards, including radiation safety, MRI safety, and infection prevention measures, as applicable to the role.
• Ensure a positive patient experience throughout care delivery.
• Support department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, and growth.
• Support additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs.
• Perform nuclear medicine imaging, including planar, SPECT/CT, and/or PET/CT imaging.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Lifecycle benefits
• A range of benefits intended to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events

What This Job Offers

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