Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nuclear Medical Technologist

Location: Trinity Health Livonia

Shift: Contingent - Rotating Shift

Position Purpose:

Certified technologist to cover on-call, weekend coverage, weekday coverage and Holiday coverage for technologist on medical leave. Able to perform nuclear medicine procedures, quality control and venipuncture as needed by the department.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of a school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• A baccalaureate degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology is desirable.
• Must be registered by one of the following registries: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• A registry eligible individual is assigned a somewhat lower status pending certification. Employee has 90 days in which to become registered.
• Must fulfill education requirements above.
• Prior experience in a busy hospital setting is highly desirable.
• Experience with SPECT is highly desirable.
• Experience with Nuclear Cardiology is highly desirable.

What the Nuclear Med Technologist will do:

• Prepares diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients after explaining procedure and obtaining complete patient history.
• Physically assists patients in assuming required imaging positions to ensure that complete diagnostic studies are obtained.
• Calibrates and operates thyroid uptake systems, Geiger counters, dose calibrators and other departmental equipment.
• Calibrates and operates computerized imaging systems, including SPECT, to image, process, and photograph patient studies.
• Develops film and reviews them with Radiologist. Follows departmental safety policies, including infection control and radiation safety.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.