Nuclear MedicineSenior Nuclear Medicine Technologist – PET
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Job Summary
The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Radiology is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform a variety of complex nuclear medicine imaging and laboratory procedures including the use of positron emission tomography (PET) that require independent judgment and initiative in order to obtain information for use by physicians in diagnosing or treating patient illness.
- Performs complex PET examinations
- Demonstrates and displays a thorough knowledge of PET tracers and their relation to molecular physiological functions
- Provides instruction to new and current staff technologists students and medical staff
- Evaluates equipment performance recognize image artifacts and initiate corrective action when needed
- Develops PET examinations; creates written protocols and scanning parameters
- Explains and demonstrate methodologies for procedures equipment and devices to residents physicians students and staff new hires
- Develops implements and evaluates technology required for new procedures
- Troubleshoots computer or equipment malfunctions
- Interacts professionally with patient/family. Provide liaison between medical staff and patients patients families and hospital staff.
The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities required of individuals performing this job.
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- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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A Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- 1-3 years of progressively responsible experience in Nuclear Medicine and dedicated PET procedures and related computer applications
- Demonstrated ability to perform complex PET examinations
- Demonstrated ability to initiate develop and implement new projects in PET that advance new clinical applications or research endeavors
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in nuclear medicine
- Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in PET
- Certification as a Nuclear Medical Technologist by the Iowa Public Health Department as documented by an Iowa Permit to Practice (IPP)
- Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in nuclear medicine
- Certification as a Nuclear Medical Technologist by the Iowa Public Health Department as documented by an Iowa Permit to Practice (IPP)
- PET research experience
- Strong organizational skills
To be considered applicants must upload a resume and a cover letter(under submission relevant materials)that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Please indicate in your cover letter the level of classification (Nuclear Medicine Technologist and/or Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist) you wish to be considered foror indicate both. For questions please reach out to Alyssa Tucker at
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days or until position is filled
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check
Moving allowances applicable for qualified candidates
The Radiology Departmentintends to hire for one position at either theSenior Nuclear Medicine Tech (PET) classificationor Nuclear Medicine Tech (PET) classification based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered foror indicate both.
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