Nuclear Medicine Tech

Bonus Amount

$15,000.00

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Department: Radiology / Diagnostic ImagingEmployment Type: Full-Time, Days, 8 hour shifts

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs high-quality nuclear medicine imaging procedures to support accurate diagnosis and treatment. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team, this role supports the Radiologist in the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures while ensuring patient safety, imaging quality, and regulatory compliance. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for the acquisition, processing, and transmission of images to PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System).

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center  (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine diagnostic imaging procedures according to physician orders and department protocols.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals in compliance with radiation safety standards.
• Operate nuclear medicine imaging equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Collaborate with Radiologists and clinical staff during imaging and therapeutic procedures.
• Ensure patient safety, identification, and comfort throughout examinations.
• Process, review, and transmit images to PACS and maintain accurate documentation in imaging systems.
• Follow radiation safety, regulatory, and quality assurance standards within the radiology department.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Current State Nuclear Medicine License issued by CDPH, A.R.R.T. or N.M.T.C.B. Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.2. One year of acute, clinical radiology experience is preferred.3. At least one year of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist preferred4. Knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment preferred.5. Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology is required.6. Graduate of a program accredited by ARRT.7. Current BCLS (AHA) required.8. Proficient computer skills.

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Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $37.50 to $46.88 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf