Nuclear Medicine Technician Jobs in Illinois

Job Title: *Nuclear Medicine Technologist / Company: Community Health Systems Location: Chicago, IL Description: Title: *Nuclear Medicine Technologist / Nuclear Medicine / Per DiemLocation: IL-Waukegan (Chicago region)The Nuclear Medicine Technologist provides health care services using radionuclides to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs nuclear medicine procedures and related techniques producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.Education:* Graduate of Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA), accredited nuclear medicine program or equivalent.Certifications:* Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine, and the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.Experience/Abilities:* Able to meet physical and sensory requirements of the job.* Able to meet health standards for hospital employment.* Must be highly motivated and committed to a quality of care that emphasizes the patient first.* Current CPR/AHA* Must be able to take (call) and be on site 30 minutes from point of contact.

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist / Nuclear Medicine / Per Diem Company: Community Health Systems Location: Waukegan, IL Description: The Nuclear Medicine Technologist provides health care services using radionuclides to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs nuclear medicine procedures and related techniques producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.Education:Graduate of Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA), accredited nuclear medicine program or equivalent.Certifications:Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine,and the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.Experience/Abilities:Able to meet physical and sensory requirements of the job.Able to meet health standards for hospital employment.Must be highly motivated and committed to a quality of care that emphasizes the patient first.Current CPR/AHAMust be able to take (call) and be on site 30 minutes from point of contact.

Job Title: 11670 NUCLEAR MED TECH Company: Loyola Medicine Location: Chicago, IL Description: 11670 NUCLEAR MED TECH 0703Job Code: 0703Department: 11670 NUCLEAR MEDICINEPay Grade: 38Schedule: Full TimeShift: DAYSHours: 8:00am - 4:30pmJob Details: * Position Summary: Perform Nuclear Medicine diagnostic and theraputic procedures under the direction of the department management and medical direction in accordance with the department, Loyola University Medical Center and regulatory agency regulations, to support patient care and safety.Position Requirements:Minimum Education:Required: Associates DegreePreferred: Bachelors Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or educationMinimum Experience:Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experiencePreferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experienceLicensure/Certifications:Required: Basic Life Support (CPR)Position Responsibilities: Performs nuclear medicine SPECT, PET, dynamic, and planar imaging procedures on patients according to department protocols. Prepares radiopharmaceuticals for patient injections, performs elution of generator using aseptic techniques and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, department and manufacturer's specifications. Administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients using aseptic techniques and ensuring compliance with both state and federal regulatory guidelines as well as standards of accrediting agencies. Performs quality control procedures to ensure accurate equipment functioning and patient testing. Operates various computers to include data entry, image acquistion, analysis, results reporting, quality control and back-up data. Provides basic patient care to enhance safety and comfort. Practices radiation safety to ensure a safe environment for the patients, visitors and staff.

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist Company: Location: Chicago, IL Description: The work requires a professional knowledge of the field of nuclear medicine technology and those aspects of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and the biomedical sciences that relate to nuclear medicine.  The technologist is expected to work independently in performing routine and non-routine imaging procedures.  Prepares proper instrument, computer and auxiliary equipment and acquires imaging procedures as indicated by protocol.  Evaluates image appearance and performs any additional views as required.  Processes and evaluates computer generated data.  Obtain samples and/or data for non-imaging studies.  Calculates and evaluates results of non-imaging studies.  Prepares and performs cardiac monitoring and/or assists with stress tests by starting IVs, placing EKG leads, taking blood pressures, and ensuring all monitoring equipment is functional.  Performs, evaluates, and monitors quality control measurements of specialized equipment used in performance of imaging studies; troubleshoots and makes a judgment on the acceptable performance of equipment prior to studies on patients.  Reviews the daily schedule to plan for radio pharmaceutical needs.  Schedules patient studies, ensuring appropriate sequence of multiple procedures and interact with staff regarding exam preparation.  Prepares the patient for bone density scanning by explaining the procedure, obtaining relevant patient history.  Performs radiation safety duties associated with the radio pharmacy/hot lab.

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Location: Chicago, IL Description: This position is open for the Chicago Community Area only.This position is located in the Medical Imaging Services Product Line at the Jesse Brown Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Chicago, IL.  The Nuclear Medicine Technologist serves in the Nuclear Medicine Department and is responsible for performing a full range of routine and non-routine radionuclide studies to aid in the diagnosis of various organ functional disorders.  This is a part-time position and shift work will vary depending on the needs of the service.HOW TO APPLY:  Please submit a VA Form 10-2850c, Application for Associated Health Occupations, resume and Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment and copy of your NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification. In addition, outside applicants currently employed by the federal government are asked to submit a copy of their latest SF-50B, Notification of Personnel Action, as well a copy of their most recent performance appraisal.  Forms may be obtained by going to http://www.vacareers.com/l4_career_download.html or www.usajobs.opm.gov.  Veterans claiming preference must submit a DD-214 that identifies the type of discharge granted.  Those claiming 10-point preferences must also submit a SF-15, along with the appropriate supporting documentation.   Applications will not be returned.  Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, age, sex, handicap, national origin, or any other non-merit factor.  The VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Application packages must be postmarked by the closing date of the announcement.  Packages should be forwarded to Clement J. Zablocki  VA Medical Center, Human Resources (05), 5000 West National Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53294, Attn: David Carroll (05).  Applicants for positions with direct patient-care must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 4105c.  This position is subject to random drug testing.

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist, PRN Company: Springfield Clinic Location: Springfield, IL Description: .ugDivBody_hjNuclear Medicine Technologist, PRN Job Summary Under the direction of a Cardiologist, using radioactive isotopes, performs diagnostic studies. Qualifications/Knowledge/Skill - Must be a graduate of an accredited program. - Must possess and maintain current certification/registration with either/or NMTCB or ARRT(NM). Special Qualifications 5+ years of nuclear medicine tech experience - Cardiology specific We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, pregnancy, veteran's status, unfavorable discharge from military service, marital status, handicap or disability which (with or without reasonable accommodation(s), if requested) does not interfere with the performance of essential job functions, or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability which may require accommodations for you to participate in our application process (including filling out this form, interviewing, or any other pre-employment procedure or requirement), please make us aware of any accommodation you feel is needed PRIOR to attempting to complete such procedure or requirement. Springfield Clinic is committed to providing high quality healthcare. We strive to provide an excellent experience that improves, enhances, and extends the quality of life for our patients. If your personal values reflect ours, we would encourage you to consider the current opportunities below. For the majority of positions, our hours are Monday through Friday,8:00 - 5:00, no weekends or holidays. Unless specified otherwise the positions above are full time. In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package, including: health/dental/life/ltd insurance, FSA, 401(k) and profit-sharing plan. Springfield Clinic, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer