Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Mercy is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this on-site role, you will perform a full range of nuclear medicine imaging procedures, including PET/CT and SPECT/CT, prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, and ensure strict adherence to radiation safety standards. You will collaborate closely with radiologists, physicians, and nursing staff to deliver accurate diagnostic studies and compassionate patient care. Mercy's culture emphasizes respect, diversity, and innovation, offering continuous learning, professional growth, and the opportunity to impact community health every day.

Responsibilities
• Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures (including PET/CT and SPECT/CT) according to physician orders and protocols
• Prepare, calculate, and administer radiopharmaceuticals following radiation safety guidelines
• Verify patient identity, obtain history, and explain procedures to ensure comfort and understanding
• Position patients and operate imaging equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images
• Monitor patients during and after procedures, responding appropriately to adverse reactions
• Perform daily quality control and basic troubleshooting on imaging equipment
• Accurately document procedures, doses, and findings in the EMR and related systems
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards (state, federal, and accrediting bodies)
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and nursing staff to support timely, accurate diagnoses
• Participate in ongoing education, departmental initiatives, and process improvement activities

Required Skills
• Nuclear medicine imaging procedures
• PET/CT operation
• SPECT/CT operation
• Radiopharmaceutical preparation and handling
• Radiation safety and ALARA principles
• Patient positioning and immobilization
• IV access and injection techniques
• Quality control of imaging equipment
• Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
• Cross-functional clinical collaboration