Nuclear Medicine Tech - Sinai Pool

Join Aurora Sinai, a community-based hospital located in downtown Milwaukee, as a Pool Nuclear Medicine Technologist. This per diem opportunity requires a minimum commitment of 16 hours per month, primarily to support first-shift staffing needs. Additional scheduling expectations may be available based on department operations.

Responsibilities

Competently performs basic to intermediate nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including general and cardiac; Reviews patient's medical record to obtain necessary clinical information including patient history, lab results, and physician orders; Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural adjunctive medication by proper route per clinician prescription and approved exam parameters; Performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters; Relays pertinent patient history information to appropriate staff and departments; Post-processes images and accurately identifies and labels images; Maintains records in accordance with regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system; Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures; Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties requiring lifting and pushing/pulling.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Nuclear Medicine; Nuclear Medicine Tech (N) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 1 year, or Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification (CNMT) issued by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB); Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months; No experience required; Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiation safety; Knowledge of Radioactive Materials Program Requirements (State of WI) DHS 157; Competent in IV and venipuncture; Basic ECG interpretation, heart rhythm recognition and pharmacological knowledge; Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills; Ability to work independently; Intermediate computer skills; Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, and twist throughout the workday; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance; Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present; Clear speech, vision and hearing.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program