Ascension

Nuclear Medicine Tech

Ascension$95K — $132K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BLS Provider certification needed within 30 days of hire.
  • Nuclear Medical Tech credential from NMTCB or equivalent required.
  • Radiologic Technologist license required for specialization in Nuclear Medicine.
  • General Radiography certification also needed for Radiologic Technologists specializing in Nuclear Medicine.
  • High School diploma with 2 years experience, an Associate's degree, or 4 years applicable experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver exceptional diagnostic imaging by operating advanced cameras for accurate patient diagnoses.
  • Manage and safely handle radiopharmaceuticals in strict accordance with clinical protocols.
  • Prioritize patient comfort and precise anatomical positioning for clear imaging results.
  • Adhere to radiation safety guidelines rigorously for every patient encounter.
  • Ensure data and equipment integrity by maintaining PACS records and equipment functionality.

Benefits

  • Sign-on bonus of up to $7,500.
  • Full-time position with Monday-Friday schedule.
  • Occasional on-call coverage.
  • Day shift hours, promoting work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Baltimore, MD

Facility: Ascension Saint Agnes Heart Care

Department/Specialty: Cardiology

Schedule: Day Shift | Full-Time | Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM; Occasional on-call coverage.

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $7,500.00

Salary: $45.83- $63.88 per hour

How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Deliver exceptional diagnostic imaging by operating advanced cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs, providing radiologists and physicians with the high-quality visual data they need for accurate patient diagnoses.
  • Manage radiopharmaceuticals safely by ordering, preparing, administering, and disposing of materials in strict accordance with clinical protocols to protect both patient health and team safety.
  • Prioritize patient comfort and technical accuracy by carefully positioning individuals and selecting exact anatomical factors to capture clear images on the first take.
  • Champion radiation safety by rigorously following established safety guidelines and protective procedures for every patient encounter and imaging run.
  • Maintain data and equipment integrity by promptly submitting complete records to PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) and ensuring all department imaging equipment is functioning flawlessly.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


One or more of the following:

  • Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. State Radiology Technologist licensure issued by Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board required.
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of
    Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. General
    Radiography is also required in addition to any specialty. State Radiology Technologist licensure
    issued by Maryland Board of Physicians required.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.


Responsibilities

  • Deliver exceptional diagnostic imaging by operating advanced cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs, providing radiologists and physicians with the high-quality visual data they need for accurate patient diagnoses.
  • Manage radiopharmaceuticals safely by ordering, preparing, administering, and disposing of materials in strict accordance with clinical protocols to protect both patient health and team safety.
  • Prioritize patient comfort and technical accuracy by carefully positioning individuals and selecting exact anatomical factors to capture clear images on the first take.
  • Champion radiation safety by rigorously following established safety guidelines and protective procedures for every patient encounter and imaging run.
  • Maintain data and equipment integrity by promptly submitting complete records to PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) and ensuring all department imaging equipment is functioning flawlessly.


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


One or more of the following:

  • Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. State Radiology Technologist licensure issued by Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board required.
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of
    Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. General
    Radiography is also required in addition to any specialty. State Radiology Technologist licensure
    issued by Maryland Board of Physicians required.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1999

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