Mokena, Illinois, United States
20 days ago
Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Travel

Join the country’s leading Cardiac PET provider! Cardiac Imaging Inc. (CII) is looking for talented and ambitious professionals to join our dynamic team and improve patient outcomes across the nation.

Despite heart disease being the leading cause of death in the US, most physicians and patients do not have access to the leading technology in Cardiology. At CII, our mission is to create a more accessible healthcare system by enabling all physicians to treat their patients with the most advanced technology – all from the comfort of their own practice. Our innovative team drives this mission forward each and every day with our Mobile and Fixed Cardiac PET Solutions. As we continue to grow, we currently have a tremendous opportunity for a Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist who is up for the challenge.

We are currently seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to work under the direction of a physician and perform a full range of nuclear imaging for our Mobile Cardiac Imaging Program. This is a 100% Travel opportunity within the Central region. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist would be reimbursed for all gas mileage incurred for travel, and hotel accommodations would be paid for by Cardiac Imaging, Inc., as well as per diem to cover food expenses.

Responsibilities Administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously to detect or treat cardiac related diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of a cardiologist. Calculates, measures and records radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed, using computer and following physician’s prescription. Ensures and maintains quality control in regard to patient care and equipment usage; performs checks on laboratory equipment, meters, and/or cameras; logs into system, follow appropriate procedures for addressing and documenting issues; maintains and calibrates radioisotope and laboratory equipment; send out for calibration as needed Disposes of radioactive materials and stores radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures. Processes cardiac function studies, using computer. Prepares radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients. Records and processes results of procedures and explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients providing assistance during test procedures. Complete system/document backup at end of each scan day Document monthly supply inventory and submit to Corporate in a timely manner Communicates all issues to provider, Supervisor, and Corporate Office; Meets with RSO quarterly Ensure mobile unit is clean and orderly, all staff is appropriately attired and wearing personal dosimeter(s) Ensure all signage, licenses, Chemtrec, and ACR related documentation is up to date, received, signed and/or filed; ensure all paperwork is printed and available for monthly inspections Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Must be able to move independently and comfortably on board mobile unit. Must be able to lift 30 lbs. and be able to push/pull mobile equipment weighing up to 300 lbs. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job  

Physical activity – talking, hearing, grasping, fingering, and repetitive motion.  Medium work – Must be able to lift 30 pounds and be able to pull/pull mobile equipment weighing up to 300 lbs. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.   Visual Acuity – The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
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