Nature of Duties:
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic imaging using radionuclides to assist in patient diagnosis or treatment. They ensure high-quality images for licensed practitioners, provide patient care, and follow medical ethics to complete procedures successfully.
Qualifications:

1. Licensed by the IL State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners.
2. Registered by ARRT and/or NMTCB.
3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
4. Strong communication skills.

Specific Duties:

1. Review and document patient history for procedure relevance.
2. Prepare and instruct patients to minimize anxiety and ensure cooperation.
3. Administer radiopharmaceuticals/medications per practitioner orders during procedures.
4. Operate imaging and radiation detection equipment to perform procedures.
5. Position patients for optimal imaging and immob...