Contract Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Days - 5x8 s - $2300 | Week -Saint Louis, MO - Virtus Healthcare Staffing, LLC

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PET

Location: St. Louis, MO

Summary:

Virtus Healthcare Staffing is partnering with a leading short-term acute care hospital in St. Louis, MO, to find a skilled and compassionate Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their PET department. This is a full-time, day shift position offering a unique opportunity to work in a Level I Trauma and Teaching Hospital with a focus on PET imaging.

Why Choose This Opportunity?

• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with state-of-the-art Siemens PET scanners, including the new Quadra camera (one of only four in the country) at our partner's new PET facility.
• Make a Real Difference: Contribute to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans by providing high-quality PET imaging in a variety of clinical settings.
• Collaborative Team: Join a dedicated team of radiologists, physicians, and technologists committed to providing exceptional patient care.
• Professional Growth: Enhance your skills and knowledge through ongoing learning opportunities and exposure to a wide range of PET procedures.
• No Weekends or On-Call: Enjoy a predictable schedule with no weekend or on-call requirements, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

• PET Imaging: Perform PET scans on adult patients, adhering to established protocols and safety standards.
• Patient Care: Prepare and position patients for scans, ensuring their comfort and safety. Administer radiopharmaceuticals as needed, following hospital policies and safety guidelines.
• Image Quality: Optimize image quality through proper technique selection and utilization of advanced imaging technology.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with radiologists, physicians, and other team members to ensure accurate diagnoses and timely treatment planning.
• Radiation Safety: Adhere to strict radiation safety protocols to protect patients and staff, including proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials.
• Additional Duties: May include performing IV starts and assisting with other nuclear medicine procedures as needed.

Schedule:

• Full-time: 40 hours per week.
• Shift: Day shift with variable start times between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM, Monday through Friday.
• No Weekends or On-Call.

Qualifications:

• Required:
  • Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
  • ARRT(N) or NMTCB(CNMT) certification.
  • Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
  • 2+ years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
  • Experience with Siemens PET scanners and performing PET scans on adult patients.
  • Proficiency in starting and maintaining peripheral IVs.
• Preferred:
  • Experience in a hospital setting.
  • Experience with limited and whole-body PET scans.
  • Knowledge of isolation precautions and handling radioactive materials.
  • Experience drawing venous blood.
  • Previous charge experience.
  • Teaching hospital experience.
  • Proficiency in EPIC EMR.

Additional Information:

• Daily Caseload: 30 patients per day.
• Scrub Color: Black, Red, or White.
• Charting: EPIC.
• Parking: Monthly parking passes available; contact Public Safety for details.
• No Locals Accepted: Home address must be at least 75 miles from the facility.
• Pending State License Accepted: Yes.
• RTO Restrictions: No more than 7 days.
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week.

To Apply:

If you are a dedicated and skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist seeking a rewarding permanent position in a supportive environment, we invite you to submit your resume to Virtus Healthcare Staffing. We look forward to connecting with you!