Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PRN)
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CGH Medical Center
US
Summary
Responsible for performing general nuclear and PET/CT procedures, including nuclear cardiology and on-call duties. The role involves maintaining accurate isotope records and educating patients on their procedures.
Job Description
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Shift
Variable Daytime Hours
Scheduled Weekly Hours
8
POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for performing nuclear medicine procedures including nuclear cardiology and on-call.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Performs general nuclear and PET/CT procedures using accepted principles and practices.
- Accurately assesses examination quality, appropriateness and results.
- Keeps accurate isotope and quality assurance process records as required by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA).
- Educates patients by explaining procedures.
- Completes record entries into computerized system.
- Assists in the maintenance of image files and other records
- Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.
- Practices competencies in nuclear medicine based upon current scientific knowledge.
SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) and/or RT(N) required within 1 month of hire.
- Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) license required within 1 month of hire.
- Two years experience in Nuclear Medicine required.
- Advance knowledge of Nuclear Medicine principles strongly preferred.
- Advance knowledge of radiation protection, physics and radio-pharmaceuticals preferred.
- Basic computer literacy to include word processing software application preferred.
- Demonstrates the knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served on assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served. Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the neonate, pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric patient group.
Compensation Range
$41.25 - $61.88
Available Benefits for PRN Positions
Gift Shop Discount
CGH Day Care Discount
CGH Dietary Discount
Employee Assistance Program
CGH Pharmacy Discount
CGH Vision Center Discount
Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.
CGH Medical Center is a progressive acute care facility located in the Rock River Valley region of Northern Illinois. Since opening in 1909, CGH has earned a strong reputation throughout the region and consistently receives high ratings for positive public awareness and patient satisfaction. CGH Medical Center is committed to meeting expanding patient needs and to providing leadership in the field of healthcare.
Inpatient services include a 36-bed medical unit, a 29-bed surgical unit, 10 birthing center suites, 6 pediatric beds, and 18 CCU/ICU/Biotelemetry beds. Outpatient services include a state-of-the-art Cath Lab and CAP accredited laboratory. Inpatient and outpatient diagnostic imaging services include a 64-ring CT scanner, nuclear medicine with SPECT scanning, ultrasound, digital mammography and high field MRI. Other departments and services include a neurology laboratory, a GI laboratory and nutritional support, pain management, pharmacy, and respiratory therapy. In addition, CGH offers an ambulatory surgical center, a Digestive Disease Center, physical and occupational therapy, a diabetic education department, a wound care center, pre-hospital paramedic level EMS, and a 24-hour trauma ready emergency department. Also, CGH clinics devoted to offering you and your family members of all ages access to high-quality healthcare that's just around the corner from wherever you live.
Founded
1909
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Sterling, Illinois
CGH Medical Center is a progressive acute care facility located in the Rock River Valley region of Northern Illinois. Since opening in 1909, CGH has earned a strong reputation throughout the region and consistently receives high ratings for positive public awareness and patient satisfaction. CGH Medical Center is committed to meeting expanding patient needs and to providing leadership in the field of healthcare.
Inpatient services include a 36-bed medical unit, a 29-bed surgical unit, 10 birthing center suites, 6 pediatric beds, and 18 CCU/ICU/Biotelemetry beds. Outpatient services include a state-of-the-art Cath Lab and CAP accredited laboratory. Inpatient and outpatient diagnostic imaging services include a 64-ring CT scanner, nuclear medicine with SPECT scanning, ultrasound, digital mammography and high field MRI. Other departments and services include a neurology laboratory, a GI laboratory and nutritional support, pain management, pharmacy, and respiratory therapy. In addition, CGH offers an ambulatory surgical center, a Digestive Disease Center, physical and occupational therapy, a diabetic education department, a wound care center, pre-hospital paramedic level EMS, and a 24-hour trauma ready emergency department. Also, CGH clinics devoted to offering you and your family members of all ages access to high-quality healthcare that's just around the corner from wherever you live.
Founded
1909
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Sterling, Illinois
