Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN
SSM Health·Richmond Heights, Missouri
SSM Health·Richmond Heights, Missouri
Performs therapeutic and diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures to provide quality images for radiologists and physicians. Manages the preparation, administration, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals while ensuring equipment functionality and radiation safety.
It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St.
Mary's Hospital - St.
Louis Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights: · Department: Nuc Med · Schedule: PRN as needed · Pay Range starts at: $38/hour Daily pay available! · Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts · Location:MO-SSM Health St.
Mary's Hospital - St.
Louis, MO
Completion of Nuclear Medicine program as well as the ARRT-N and CNMT credential within 6 months of hire Fulfill your calling and be a part of the SSM Team. Apply Today! Job Summary: Performs therapeutic and diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures providing quality images to radiologists and physicians for interpretation. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images. Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately. Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols. Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history). Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate. Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION Completion of a Nuclear Medicine Technology program
Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Or ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Or Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Market context
Missouri healthcare employers often look for nuclear medicine technologists who can step into patient imaging workflows with minimal onboarding, especially in PRN settings where staffing flexibility matters. This role is competitive because it requires formal program completion, ARRT-N or CNMT credentials, and BLS, while the listed benefits include paid parental leave, flexible payment options, and upfront tuition coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm credential fit before applying.
