Radiology/Imaging - Nuclear Medicine Tech

Radiology/Imaging - Nuclear Medicine Tech

This position is for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist working day shifts typically between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM, with start times ranging from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM depending on departmental needs. The assignment is based at a hospital imaging department and focuses on performing diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures for adult patients. The technologist will conduct a variety of studies including bone scans, renal imaging, hepatobiliary studies, gastric emptying tests, thyroid imaging, lymphatic imaging, cardiac studies, and parathyroid imaging. The department utilizes advanced imaging equipment including SPECT, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT scanners. The technologist may occasionally be required to support imaging services at nearby affiliated facilities when needed. Radius Rule: Travelers must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility in order to be eligible for this position. The role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to provide safe and accurate diagnostic imaging services.

Requirements: Candidates must hold current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Applicants must also maintain certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist through either the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine or the Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist credential. A minimum of one to two years of nuclear medicine experience is required. An Associate's Degree or certificate from an accredited nuclear medicine program is also required. Experience with EPIC and Merge PACS imaging systems is preferred, although training may be provided. Familiarity with Siemens imaging equipment and experience performing SPECT/CT or PET/CT studies is beneficial but not mandatory. Candidates must demonstrate strong technical skills, attention to patient safety, and the ability to work independently within a diagnostic imaging environment.

Setting: Hospital

City: Wausau

State: WI

Trauma Level: Level 2 Teaching Hospital

Unit Details: Procedures The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will prepare radiopharmaceuticals and administer them to patients in accordance with physician orders and imaging protocols. Responsibilities include positioning patients correctly, operating nuclear medicine imaging equipment, and capturing high-quality diagnostic images using SPECT, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT systems. The technologist will monitor patients during procedures, ensure proper radiation safety protocols are followed, and document imaging studies within the electronic medical record and PACS systems. Additional duties include maintaining imaging equipment, assisting with departmental workflow, and collaborating with physicians and healthcare staff to ensure accurate imaging results. The technologist may also respond to call-back situations when placed on low census call status and support imaging services at affiliated facilities if required.