Hourly Pay Range:$38.96 - $60.39 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Nuclear Medicine TechPosition Highlights:- Position: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Location: Vernon Hills
- Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
- Hours: M-F 7:30am-4. Rotating start times
- On Call: Yes, 2-3 shifts per month, 1 weekend every 6-7 weeks
- Travel: Local- Vernon Hills offsite, Highland Park
What you will do:• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures assigned by the supervisor and operate nuclear medicine units.
• Explain examination procedures to patients and provide necessary instructions.
• Assist patients from wheelchairs and stretchers onto and off the imaging table, positioning them for examinations and applying immobilization devices or compression bands as needed.
• Monitor patients' conditions frequently while in the Nuclear Medicine area and report any critical changes to the Radiologist.
• Administer the appropriate radioisotope with the correct dosage following department policy and procedure. Accurately document dosages on dose sheets in compliance with IEMA regulations.
What you will need:•
Education: Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program with thorough knowledge of radioisotopes.
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Certification: Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and CPR or certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
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License: Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) license
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Experience: Knowledge of proper body mechanics and/or experience using them effectively.
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Skills: Knowledge of proper body mechanics and/or experience using them effectively.
Benefits (For full time or part time positions):- Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions)
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
