Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Position Highlights

Nuclear Med Technologist

• Evanston Hospital, must rotate to other locations when needed
• Full-time, 40 hours per week, Day shift
• On-call requirement

Position Duties

Reporting to the Supervisor of Nuclear Medicine, Evanston Hospital, and the team. Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures; monitors patient's condition; maintains department equipment and supplies.

• Performs diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures assigned by the supervisor, operates nuclear medicine units.

• Explains examination procedures to patient and provides necessary instructions.

• Assists patients from wheelchairs and stretchers on and off the imaging table. Positions patients for examination and applies immobilization devices and compression bands, as needed.

• Frequently monitors patient's condition in the Nuclear Medicine area; reports any critical change in the patient's condition to the Radiologist.

• Administers correct radioisotope to the patient with the proper dosage according to department policy and procedure. Accurately documents the dosage on dose sheet in compliance with IEMA regulations.

Position Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program; thorough knowledge of radioisotopes.

• Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

• Ability to interact effectively with patients who may be anxious or confused and to interact with physicians and other hospital staff.

• Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency license.

• Knowledge of and/or experience in the correct use of body mechanics.

• Current CPR certification.

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

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