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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
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What they do
A Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs procedures that use radioactive materials to diagnose and treat illnesses. Works under the supervision of a physician, including physicians that specialize in nuclear medicine, in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$63,941 / year median in Missouri
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Nuclear Medicine Technologist SSM Health
- 3.
Pkwy Worker Type:
Regular Job Highlights:
Join a team where your work matters-every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you will be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact.Department:
ImagingNuclear Medicine Schedule:
full time Sign On Bonus- available for qualified applicants Relocation assistance
- available for qualified applicants.
Requirements:
Completion of Nuclear Medicine program andARRT-N/CNMT
credential within 6 months of hire date. Apply today! SSM Health- We bring out the incredible in you, every day.
Job Summary:
Performs therapeutic and diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures providing quality images to radiologists and physicians for interpretation.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY 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.EDUCATION
Completion of a Nuclear Medicine Technology programEXPERIENCE
No experience requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more). Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent lifting/moving of patients. Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Rare kneeling and sitting.REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location:
Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP)- American Heart Association (AHA) And Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)
- Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Or ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And Radiologic Technologists
- Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Or Radiologic Technologists
- Temporary Accreditation
- Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
State of Work Location:
Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP)- American Heart Association (AHA) And Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)
- Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Or ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)