SSM Health·Fenton, Missouri
Performs therapeutic and diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures to provide quality images for physician interpretation. Responsibilities include operating cameras, administering radiopharmaceuticals, and ensuring radiation safety protocols are followed.
It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights: Join a team where your work matters-every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you will be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact.
Completion of Nuclear Medicine program and ARRT-N/CNMT credential within 6 months of hire date. Apply today! SSM Health-We bring out the incredible in you, every day. 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
In Missouri, Nuclear Medicine Technologist openings are typically driven by hospital and imaging service needs for credentialed staff who can perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. These roles are competitive because employers often want completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program, BLS HCP certification, and the ability to earn ARRT-N and CNMT credentials within six months of hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential timeline and prepare examples of safe imaging workflow experience before applying.
