Sanford Health·Minocqua, Wisconsin
The technologist is responsible for administering nuclear imaging procedures, including the calculation and use of radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications while strictly adhering to safety standards. This involves performing quality nuclear medicine examinations on all age groups, carrying out hot lab duties, and operating departmental equipment.
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Work Shift: Varies (United States of America)
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Responsible for administration of nuclear imaging procedures, calculation, diagnostic, therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals, and adjunctive medications using a variety of equipment and strictly adhering to relevant safety standards. Performs quality nuclear medicine imaging examinations through the application of advanced technical knowledge while maintaining strict attention to patient care in accordance with department policy and procedure.
Carry out hot lab duties and perform a variety of nuclear medicine studies on inpatients and outpatients in all age groups from neonate to geriatric.
Have an understanding of nuclear regulatory commission (NRC) rules and regulations, practice radiation safety, safely operate all cameras and equipment in the department, process and send data to required destinations via computer.
Understands the theories and principles behind the equipment and tests performed in the nuclear medicine department.
Prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals and therapeutically dosages under the direction of a physician.
Employs radiation-detecting equipment to perform patient imaging procedures; describes procedures to patients and answers questions.
Implements radiation safety standards and quality assurance into daily work and monitors a patient's condition during the course of an imaging procedure.
Collects patient information, analyzes data and provides quality images for a physician to diagnose a patient.
Dependent on needs of facility and department may also be responsible and cross-trained in performing positron emission tomography computed tomography (PETCT) scans with thorough understanding of all processes related to PETCT.
Has ability to perform nuclear medicine procedures after appropriate orientation to the department.
Able to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations.
Confirmation of thorough understanding of all processes related to PETCT.
Demonstrate qualities of a team player.
Professionalism and confidentiality will be adhered to at all times.
Necessary to be open to change and technology advancements.
Completion of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology is required.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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Candidates must complete an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology and obtain certification with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), along with North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (MIRT) board licensure if applicable. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment.
Market context
In Wisconsin, Nuclear Medicine Technologist openings typically reflect steady demand in hospitals and imaging centers that rely on specialized diagnostic services. Competition often centers on certification, radiation safety, infection prevention, and the ability to meet physical demands such as lifting up to 50 pounds. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm your NMTCB or ARRT(N) credential and prepare examples of safe, protocol-driven work.
