Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Battle Creek, MI

Nuclear Medicine Technologist prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals for use in both diagnostic studies and therapeutic treatments. Creates and enhances diagnostic images using a variety of imaging equipment and tools. Being a Nuclear Medicine Technologist collects biologic specimens and prepares data for interpretation by physicians. Follows radiation safety guidelines and documents radiopharmaceutical usage for regulatory compliance. Additionally, Nuclear Medicine Technologist may require a bachelor's degree in a related area. Typically requires certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and a state license to practice. Typically reports to a chief technologist or manager. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Nuclear Medicine Technologist typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Resource
  • Corewell Health
  • Hastings, MI PART_TIME

  • Job Summary

    Operates nuclear detection and imaging equipment and prepares radiopharmaceuticals for routine nuclear radiologic studies, with the aid of the senior or lead technologist as needed, to produce images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed practitioner. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. Completes work in an independent, professional manner with minimal supervision.


    Essential Functions

    • With the aid of the Technologist 2 or Lead Technologist as needed, operates nuclear detection, imaging, and computer processing equipment for nuclear radiologic studies by following professional, hospital and regulatory protocols to provide physicians’ with diagnostic images utilized to identify and / or plan appropriate patient treatment.
    • Prepares and administers radioactive agents by adhering to established procedures for preparation of kits and intravenous (IV) injection of agents to ensure accurate diagnostic testing and/or imaging. Monitors and records radiation levels in hot lab, scan room, storage areas and patient rooms. Adheres to standards for radiation safety and for appropriate waste separation and disposal of radioactive agents by performing specific governmental mandates.
    • Maintains imaging, hot lab, radiopharmaceuticals and processing equipment by performing quality control tests and checking equipment performance and quality of agents administered in accordance with department and regulation standards to ensure patient safety. Contacts service personnel and notifies management of malfunctioning equipment. Finishes all studies in the computerized medical record system and picture archiving and communication system (PACS) in a timely manner. Responsible for appropriate documentation.
    • Assignments are routine; follows established protocols. Works under close supervision, seeks guidance where needed; requires some instruction on day-to-day work and resolves routine problems.

    Qualifications
    • Required Associate's Degree Nuclear Medicine Technology
    • Preferred Bachelor's Degree Nuclear Medicine Technology
    • skills, knowledge, abilities typically gained through less than 2 years of related nuclear medicine experience Required
    • CRT-Nuc Med Technologist (N) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Upon Hire required Or
    • CRT-Nuclear Medicine Technologist - NMTCB Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Upon Hire required And
    • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or
    • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required

    Physical Demands

    • Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
    • Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
    • Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
    • Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
    • Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
    • Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
    • Sitting: Seldom
    • Standing: Seldom
    • Walking: Seldom
    • Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
    • Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
    • Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
    • Driving: Seldom
    • Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
    • Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
    • Handling: Seldom
    • Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
    • Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
    • Finger/Hand Dexterity: Seldom

    Primary Location

    SITE - Pennock Hospital - 1009 W Green St - Hastings

    Department Name

    Nuclear Medicine - Pennock

    Employment Type

    Part time

    Shift

    Day (United States of America)

    Weekly Scheduled Hours

    4

    Hours of Work

    0700-1630

    Days Worked

    Variable

    Weekend Frequency

    N/A

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  • 18 Days Ago

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Lead
  • Corewell Health
  • Hastings, MI FULL_TIME
  • Job SummaryOrganizes schedules for Nuclear Medicine employees, with manager being responsible for the accuracy of the schedule overall. Oversees day-to-day floor operations within the modality, monito...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Part Time
  • Corewell Health
  • Hastings, MI PART_TIME
  • Job SummaryOperates nuclear detection and imaging equipment and prepares radiopharmaceuticals for routine nuclear radiologic studies, to produce images for the interpretation by, and at the request of...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Faculty - Internal Medicine
  • WMU Homer Stryker, M.D. School of Medicine
  • Kalamazoo, MI OTHER
  • Overview The Department of Medicine at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) seeks a full-time, board-certified or board eligible Internal Medicine faculty to expand...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Faculty - Family Medicine with Obstetrics
  • WMU Homer Stryker, M.D. School of Medicine
  • Kalamazoo, MI OTHER
  • Overview The Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM) at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is leading change with our patient-centered medical home mod...
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LPN Occupational Nurse
  • CORE Occupational Medicine
  • Albion, MI FULL_TIME
  • Immediate Opening in Occupational Medicine Come join CORE, the recognized leader in Occupational Medicine. Our nationwide occupational medicine platform provides the full spectrum of occupational medi...
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0 Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs found in Battle Creek, MI area

Battle Creek is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan, in northwest Calhoun County, at the confluence of the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek rivers. It is the principal city of the Battle Creek, Michigan Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which encompasses all of Calhoun County. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 52,347, while the MSA's population was 136,146. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 43.73 square miles (113.26 km2), of which 42.61 square miles (110.36 km2) is land and 1.12 square miles (2.90 km2) is water, making Battle Cree...
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Income Estimation for Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs
$82,683 to $100,549
Battle Creek, Michigan area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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