Nuclear Medicine Technologist

UnityPoint Health
$35.18/Hr.-$52.78/Hr.
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Rock Island
2701 17th Street (Show on map)
Jan 13, 2025
Area of Interest: Medical Imaging and Radiology - Non-Nursing Salary Range: $35.18 - $52.78* FTE/Hours per pay period: .8 Department: Nuclear Medicine- RI Shift: 730a-4p Job ID: 153232 UnityPoint Health Information Why UnityPoint Health? Commitment to our Team - We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Caring is what we do, and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally. You can only give your best when you feel your best, and we help you live well with dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members to give you peace of mind. We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest, and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - At UnityPoint Health, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected. Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. Overview Nuclear Medicine Technologist Full Time 7:30am-4:00pm Rock Island, IL Under general supervision performs professional duties in the application of Nuclear Medicine services. Demonstrates proficiency in performing all Nuclear Medicine Exams, handling and administering radioactive pharmaceuticals, and other related patient care services. Responsibilities Job Performance Demonstrates competency in preparing patients for procedures and the administration of radioactive materials. Correctly performs all prescribed Nuclear Medicine procedures in an efficient manner Is able to work independently and critique exams. Utilizes good judgment to plan effectively and solve problems. Is cognizant of radiation safety to self and others. Demonstrates competency in the storage and transfer of exams. Demonstrates annual competency in the handling, storage and transfer of radiopharmaceuticals. Patient Care Provides patient education and insures correct consent forms are signed. Demonstrates competence in the administration of age appropriate care. Obtains and records adequate patient history and interprets physician's orders correctly. Correctly orders, tracks and charges exams in a timely fashion. Quality Improvement Assures that equipment is in proper working order and performs all necessary quality control testing. Logs in technical information, completes reports and surveys, and complies with all regulatory agencies. Documents appropriately in NMIS. Completes Occurrence Reports as needed. Participates in hospital wide Performance Improvement as needed Qualifications Required:: Graduate of JRCERT approved school for Nuclear Medicine and/or Radiologic Technology with equivalent training and experience as required by the licensing bodies. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists/Nuclear Medicine, or The Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. Holds a current license or conditional license from the State of Illinois Emergency Management Agency in Nuclear Medicine, and/or the Iowa Department of Public Health. CPR certification required *Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.