What are the responsibilities and job description for the NUCLEAR MED TECH-NUCLEAR MEDICINE position at Union Hospital Health Group?
Huge Sign on Bonus Available!You belong at Union!The Union Health Nuclear Medicine department is looking for team members at the Terre Haute campus who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are looking for individuals who are compassionate, fully committed to providing the highest quality health care experience and dedicated to supporting their team who work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment every day while maintaining a positive attitude.Nuclear medicine is a medical specialty that uses radioactive tracers (radiopharmaceuticals) to assess bodily functions and to diagnose and treat disease. Specially designed cameras allow doctors to track the path of these radioactive tracers. Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography or SPECT and Positron Emission Tomography or PET scans are the two most common imaging modalities in nuclear medicine , and you’ll play an integral role by assuring that services are provided within professional standards and organizational policies to assist patients who lean on the Imaging Services team for answers.Join us as we provide compassionate service and high-quality care to the Wabash Valley Communities. We are committed to helping you find a role that recognizes your interests, expertise, and talent and helping you achieve your long-term career goals and aspirations. At Union, you’ll experience an inclusive environment in which you are empowered to be your best self every day.In addition to competitive pay, Union co-workers enjoy : Part-time and Full-time schedulesComprehensive BenefitsPaid Time Off starting day one.Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 each year.Career PathsSuccess Sharing403b Retirement Employer Match.Much More!Be part of an organization that is dedicated to your work-life balance, career, growth, and development. Union Health, U Matter and U Belong.How can we help? Call us at 812-238-7827 or email us at recruiting@uhhg.orgNuclear Medicine : License from Indiana State Department of HealthRegistered in Nuclear Medicine by the American Registry of Radiology TechnologyorCertified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification BoardNuclear Med Tech Essential Job Duties but is not limited to : Patient Care : Requires the exercise of judgment to assess and respond to the patient's needs prior to, during, and after procedures in the nuclear medicine department and in patient medication reconciliation.Quality Control : Requires the evaluation and maintenance of a quality control program for all instrumentation to ensure its proper performance and stability.Diagnostic Procedures : Requires the utilization of appropriate techniques, and administration of non-radiopharmaceutical agents when part of standard procedures, to ensure quality diagnostic images and / or laboratory results.Radiopharmaceuticals : Involves the procurement, preparation, quality control, dispensing, dose calculation, identification, documentation, administration, disposal, storage, and safe handling of radioactive materials used by the nuclear medicine technologist.In Vivo Diagnostic Testing : Involves the procurement, preparation, quality control, dispensing, dose calibration of radiopharmaceuticals and oral, inhalation, or intravenous administration. In some cases radiopharmaceuticals may be administered by other routes under the direct supervision of a physician.Position Details : 1 year in Nuclear Medicine experience preferredPET / CT registered and / or experience, preferredY-90 Microsphere Therapy experience, preferredSchedule : Full time position, Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts – with flexibility to meet department needsOn-call Rotation; with 1-hour response time required.-NM Department is covered on call only : Monday – Friday 4 pm–7pm, Saturday and Sunday 10 am–2pmGeneral Nuclear Medicine and PET CT dutiesCertifications : ISDOH; CNMT or ARRT (N); CPR requiredPlease note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role. We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details.As an EOE / AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status..#CA-YC #CA-L-YC
Salary : $5,250
