Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Nuclear Medicine Department– As needed

Shift : Part time between Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00PM. Some call rotations for nights, weekends and holidays are required

Work Arrangement : On-Site

Department : Nuclear Medicine

Facility : University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO

Compensation

• Base Pay Range: $42.57/HR
• Shift Differentials:

o Additional $2.50 per hour for weekend shift

o Additional $3.00 per hour for call pay

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a detail-driven, compassionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. The ideal candidate is a natural problem-solver with a passion for continuous improvement and a commitment to excellence in both patient care and team collaboration. We value individuals who bring integrity, curiosity, and a strong sense of responsibility to their work - especially when it comes to safety, quality, and innovation. If you're someone who leads by example, embraces education, and takes pride in supporting both patients and peers, we want you on our team. Join us and be part of a mission-driven organization where your expertise and dedication truly make a difference.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

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DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Articulate a precise understanding of how data flows in and out of the modality work area. Be attentive to patient satisfaction results and collaborate with the management team on ways to improve the department in general and the facility overall. Seek ways to improve systems and services. Assist with the education and instruction of student technologists and all others rotating through the area to learn. Demonstrate ability to meet and sustain departmental expectations while completing Nuclear Medicine work assignments in an ethical manner.
• Maintain integrity of equipment with careful manipulation at all times. Adhere to NRC and state safety regulations and standards. Demonstrate ability to perform routine quality controls for imaging equipment and radioactivity assaying devices. Assist the Medical Physicist in performing additional quality assurance testing as needed. Administer nonradioactive pharmaceuticals required in conjunction with nuclear medicine imaging, according to hospital and facility procedures, under the guidance of the Radiologist. Demonstrate sustained ability when interacting with patients, to follow the AIDET principles (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Expectation, and Thank You). Ensure confidentiality of all patient information is maintained. May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of a nuclear medicine program or degree. Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) within one (1) year as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in nuclear medicine. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.