Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Defiance Hospital - PRN

Nuclear Medicine Tech

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01

Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Job Summary: The Nuclear Medicine Tech applies the practice of nuclear medicine imaging through the safe and effective use of radiopharmaceuticals and nuclear medicine equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Oversees the procurement, preparation, quality control, calculation, identification, documentation, administration, disposal, storage, and safe handling of all radioactive materials.
• Responsible for scheduling exams and reviewing images to determine diagnostic quality.
• Starts and maintains intravenous (IV) access and administers medications as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.

Education:

• Associate's from an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) accredited institute (preferred)

Licensure/Certification:

• Certification and Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) (required)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (required)

Experience:

• 1 year of experience practicing Nuclear Medicine experience (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department: Nuclear Medicine - Defiance