Sanford Health·Bismarck, North Dakota
Responsible for administering nuclear imaging procedures and calculating diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals while adhering to safety standards. Performs quality imaging examinations and manages hot lab duties for patients across all age groups.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
$37.75 - $57.00 Sign-on bonus available!
Call rotation every 5 weeks. Both Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT rotation, State of the art equipment, Specialty therapies including Y-90 Thera-Sphere, Sir-Sphere, and XOFIGO.
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.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Requires completion of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology and certification from the NMTCB. Must be licensed with the North Dakota MIRT board and hold a current BLS certification.
Market context
Nuclear medicine technologists are typically in steady demand in North Dakota because hospitals and imaging centers need staff who can perform diagnostic studies and manage radiopharmaceutical workflows. This role is competitive because employers usually want an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program, NMTCB certification, North Dakota MIRT licensure, and current BLS, plus the posted sign-on bonus can make offers more attractive. Before applying, confirm your NMTCB, MIRT, and BLS credentials are current and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which save time by condensing the original job description.