Nuclear Med Technologist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Nuclear Med Tech, you will be a specialized healthcare professional, vital in providing diagnostic and therapeutic services through the precise application of radionuclides.Every day, you will expertly perform Nuclear Medicine procedures, utilizing radionuclides to produce high-quality images and data for licensed practitioners. You'll ensure appropriate patient care, recognize conditions essential for successful procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate equipment, and adhere to strict radiation safety.To be successful in this role demands current certification, advanced technical expertise, and an exceptional eye for detail, coupled with a thorough understanding of radiation safety. Your compassionate patient care and dedication to precise imaging will be essential.

• Performs exams based on patient anatomy and body habitus.
• Assists Radiologists and Cardiologists in the performance of Nuclear Medicine Procedures.
• Completes hospital forms per protocol.
• Assists with cardiac exams to include the accurate performance of EKG's on the stress treadmill.
• Performs Nuclear Medicine exams utilizing hospital equipment i.e. GE Hawkeye, Dual head gamma camera, GE Optima dual head dedicated cardiac gamma camera, GE single head gamma camera and Philips Skylight dual head gamma camera.
• Demonstrates safe skill implementation and completes equipment/procedural change in-services and performs technical skills at a level consistent with or higher than level achieved during initial competency check-off.

Job Requirements

Required

• Completion Nuclear Medicine TechnologyCertification Board approvedNuclear Medicine Technologist program. and 1 year experience as a Nuclear Med Techin a clinical setting
• Nuclear Medical Technologist: AZ, and
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire 
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist,  or
• Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology

Where You’ll Work

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Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) 

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.