Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Mercy Walworth Hospital and Medical Center

Nuclear Med Tech - Diagnostic Imaging

Location: Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM
• Rotating call every 3rd weekend in Janesville, WI (Saturday only, 7:00 AM - Noon)

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nuclear medicine program
• CNMT or ARRT(N) certification required
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job Responsibilities

• Perform Nuclear Medicine procedures and related techniques to produce diagnostic images for physician interpretation
• Prepare patients for procedures, ensuring they meet requirements
• Provide patient instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety
• Apply Nuclear Medicine safety principles to minimize risk to patients, self, and others
• Operate nuclear medicine and associated equipment to achieve desired results
• Position patients and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, ensuring patient safety and comfort; immobilize patients as needed
• Select appropriate imaging parameters based on protocols and other factors
• Perform venipuncture, start and maintain venous access
• Prepare and administer radioactive isotopes, ensuring correct isotope and dose
• Assist with medical record and image sharing as necessary
• Evaluate images and data for technical quality
• Report and document Nuclear Medicine safety incidents or adverse events per protocol
• Manipulate and process digital data for display with proper identification
• Use radiology information systems including PACS; complete all required records and reports; archive and submit images for physician review
• Utilize appropriate scripting, barriers, and patient identifiers
• Document all pertinent information in the electronic medical record, including medication reconciliation
• Ensure patients receive discharge information regarding their exam
• Order radiopharmaceuticals following vendor-specific protocols
• Assist PET services as needed

Certifications

• BLS/BCLS required