Role Overview
This is a PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist position located at North Hospital. The technologist performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures involving the use of radiopharmaceuticals to carry out body function studies, organ imaging, and analysis of biological specimens. The position requires the ability to work with patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric, following physicians’ instructions, preparing and operating equipment, and positioning patients accurately to obtain requested diagnostic images.
Key responsibilities include safe handling of radiopharmaceuticals during receipt, storage, administration, and disposal; adherence to laboratory procedures; and compliance with hospital, state, and federal policies and regulations regarding radioactive materials, hazardous chemicals, and body fluids.
Qualifications
- 0–3 years of relevant experience
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise patient positioning when routine positioning is not possible
- Active credential: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists—Registered Technologist (Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM)) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board—Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT), or recent graduate of an approved nuclear medicine training program; if board eligible, must obtain credential within six months of hire
- If required to perform SPECT/CT or PET/CT, must obtain Computed Tomography (CT) certification within eighteen months of hire through ARRT or NMTCB
- Current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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