Job TitleNuc Med Tech/MS Pool/On-Call/UKHCRequisition NumberDU13506Department NameH3186: Nuclear MedicineWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$43-$59/hourType of PositionTemporaryPosition Time Status On CallRequired Education
Associates Degree
Required Related Experience
0 years of experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nuclear Med Tech at time of hire; Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hire.
Physical Requirements
Lifting and pulling weight greater than 50 pounds. This position requires the ability to walk/commute to different areas within medical campus.
Shift
Shift opportunities will be discussed during the interview process. Depending on level, employees must work a minimum of 96 to 216 hours in a 6-week period.
Job Summary
This position’s primary focus is to complete a Nuclear Medicine procedure/therapy in a safe, efficient manner according to departmental, hospital, state, and federal guidelines. An experienced Nuclear Technologist is necessary to manage patient throughput, quality control, inventory, equipment evaluation and calibration, billing accuracy and regulatory compliance. This position will be responsible for executing diagnostic studies and interventional procedures by following unit policies/procedures for radiation safety, patient safety, radiopharmaceutical administration, QA, and imaging.
Per diem pay is as follows:
- Level I – 96 hours any shift / 6-week schedule = $43/hour
- Level II – 144 hours any shift / 6-week schedule = $51/hour
- Level III – 216 hours any shift / 6-week week schedule = $59/hour
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply06/30/2025Our University Community
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