Indiana University Health
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Indiana University Health, Bloomington, Indiana, United States, 47401
Overview
This is a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist position located at Bloomington Hospital. The position will operate on a 3 week rotating schedule: Week 1: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-2:30p and Friday 7:30a-4:30p Week 2: Monday – Thursday 7:30a-4:30p Week 3: Tuesday-Friday 7a-4p A week of call rotating every three weeks - We do not work holidays with the exception of being on call. Sign-on bonus available to eligible applicants! Responsibilities
Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures involving radiopharmaceuticals to perform body function studies, organ imaging, and analyze biologic specimens. Demonstrates the appropriate knowledge and skills necessary to work with patients from pediatric through geriatric. Follows physician\'s instructions, prepares and operates equipment and positions patients correctly in order to record the requested diagnostic images. Requires a strong understanding of the handling of radiopharmaceuticals during the receipt; storage; administration; and disposal process. Requires knowledge of proper laboratory procedures and a strong understanding of all hospital; state and federal policies and regulations regarding the handling of radioactive materials; hazardous chemicals; and body fluids. Qualifications
Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience. Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning. Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Technologist - Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or a recent graduate of an approved training program in Nuclear Medicine (board eligible). If board eligible, must obtain credential in Nuclear Medicine within 6 months of hire. As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, if you are required to perform SPECT/CT or PET/CT you will be required to obtain Computed Tomography (CT) certification within 18 months of hire through ARRT or NMTCB. Requires current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Nuclear Medicine Technologist. We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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This is a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist position located at Bloomington Hospital. The position will operate on a 3 week rotating schedule: Week 1: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-2:30p and Friday 7:30a-4:30p Week 2: Monday – Thursday 7:30a-4:30p Week 3: Tuesday-Friday 7a-4p A week of call rotating every three weeks - We do not work holidays with the exception of being on call. Sign-on bonus available to eligible applicants! Responsibilities
Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures involving radiopharmaceuticals to perform body function studies, organ imaging, and analyze biologic specimens. Demonstrates the appropriate knowledge and skills necessary to work with patients from pediatric through geriatric. Follows physician\'s instructions, prepares and operates equipment and positions patients correctly in order to record the requested diagnostic images. Requires a strong understanding of the handling of radiopharmaceuticals during the receipt; storage; administration; and disposal process. Requires knowledge of proper laboratory procedures and a strong understanding of all hospital; state and federal policies and regulations regarding the handling of radioactive materials; hazardous chemicals; and body fluids. Qualifications
Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience. Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning. Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Technologist - Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or a recent graduate of an approved training program in Nuclear Medicine (board eligible). If board eligible, must obtain credential in Nuclear Medicine within 6 months of hire. As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, if you are required to perform SPECT/CT or PET/CT you will be required to obtain Computed Tomography (CT) certification within 18 months of hire through ARRT or NMTCB. Requires current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Nuclear Medicine Technologist. We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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