American Addiction Centers·Greenfield, Wisconsin
Perform basic to advanced nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including PET/CT and cardiac scans. Manage radiopharmaceutical administration, patient IV access, and maintain accurate regulatory records and equipment calibration.
Schedule: Monday – Friday Day shift, supporting clinic hours No weekends or holidays
$3,000 sign-on bonus Benefits starting on your first day Major Responsibilities: Competently performs basic to advanced nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including general, cardiac, therapy and PET/CT, if performed at assigned facility. Reviews patients medical record to obtain necessary clinical information including patient history, lab results, and physician orders, obtains medical history from patients, and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy. Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural adjunctive medication by proper route per clinician prescription and according to approved exam parameters. Competently performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters for medication administration. Accesses other vascular access devices, as determined by department training and need. Follows correct procedures for handling radioactive materials. Understands and implements ALARA measures. Maintains accurate records of pharmaceutical doses. Relays pertinent patient history information to appropriate staff and departments. Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images. Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges. Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff. Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff. Acts as a resource to staff at own facility and throughout the system. Assists with accreditation efforts. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification (CNMT) issued by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), or Nuclear Medicine Tech (N) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 1 year, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Bachelor's Degree in Neurophysiology, or Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related field.
No experience required.
Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and radiation safety. Knowledge of Radioactive Materials Program Requirements (State of WI) DHS 157. Competent in IV and venipuncture. Basic to proficient ECG interpretation, heart rhythm recognition and pharmacological knowledge. Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members. Ability to work independently. Intermediate computer skills.
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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.