Physician - Nuclear Medicine jobs in Appleton, WI

Physician - Nuclear Medicine uses radioactive materials to diagnose and treat disease. Monitors quality control of radionuclide preparation, administration and disposition, and ensures that all activities comply with the standards of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Being a Physician - Nuclear Medicine instructs and directs nuclear medicine technologists regarding desired dosages, techniques, positions, and projections. Requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Additionally, Physician - Nuclear Medicine requires a valid state license to practice. May report to a medical director. Physician - Nuclear Medicine's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
  • Advocate Aurora
  • Sheboygan, WI PART_TIME
  • Major Responsibilities:

    • Operation of nuclear medicine equipment and injections to patients with the proper dosage of radioisotopes to produce quality scans for diagnosis
      • 1)When necessary, retrieves patient from floor.
      • 2)Properly positions and immobilizes patients
      • 3)Processes images through eNTEGRA workstation, PACS and satellite
      • 4)Cleans and stocks work area properly of all necessary supplies
      • 5)Prepares and organizes study to be viewed by radiologist.
      • 6)Check and verify that Centralized Scheduling has schedule procedures so they will not conflict with other examinations
      • 7)Provides information to the clerical staff so patients are properly billed
      • 8)Operates nuclear medicine cameras and equipment to produce quality scans and measures concentrations of radioactive isotopes in specific body areas
      • 9)Obtains patient history for the record and technique sheet.
      • 10)Computes and calculates test results for interpretation by radiologist
    • Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural adjunctive medication by proper route per

      clinician prescription and according to approved exam parameters. Competently performs venipuncture and

      placement of peripheral IV catheters for medication administration. Accesses other vascular access devices,

      as determined by department training and need. Follows correct procedures for handling radioactive

      materials. Understands and implements ALARA measures. Maintains accurate records of pharmaceutical

      doses
    • Compliance with State and Accrediting Organization requirements in regards to radiation safety and protection to ensure protection of patients and staff. Maintenance of the appropriate documentation in the acquisition and disposition of all radioactive material
      • 1)Performs quality assurance of equipment to ensure safe and accurate performance of units as required by the NRC, IDNS and Accrediting Organization regulation.
      • 2)Observes radiation safety precautions as required by NRC and the IDNS
      • 3)Maintains the necessary documentation of the acquisition and disposition of isotopes and radioactive material
      • 4)Orders the daily supply of radio isotopes needed to perform the necessary scheduled exams
      • 5)Injects patients with the correct and accurate dosage of radioisotopes
      • 6)Maintain hospital and Dept. Fire Safety, disaster policy.
      • 7)Maintain and constantly implement standard precautions and safety standards
      • 8)Promotes patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
    • Adherence to department standards of Image quality and safety practices
      • 1)Labels all images appropriately following department's established criteria and standards.
      • 2)Checks image quality prior to patient’s dismissal.
      • 3)Documents pertinent and required information on performance improvement logs and data sheets.
      • 4)Adheres to safety practices and provides a safe work environment for self and others
      • 5)Must promote patient safety by the reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
    • Ability to deliver a Service First Approach to patients and all customers within the Job scope
      • 1)Treat all patients and customers with respect and compassion.
      • 2)Utilize appropriate phone etiquette
      • 3)Provide an environment conducive to privacy for all patients.
      • 4)Maintain patient confidentiality according to the hospital policies.
      • 5)Explains procedure to patient pertinent to examination being done
    • Development of leadership skills and professionalism for self through participation in department and/or hospital-based committees and continuing education programs.
      • 1)Attends to personal work schedule in a consistent and professional manner.
      • 2)Responsible for keeping current Nuclear Medicine skills and new development in the field of nuclear medicine.
      • 3)Demonstrates self-direction by identifying learning needs and establishing self-development activities.
      • 4)Completes all development goals and departmental in-services and competencies, within an appropriate timeframe
      • 5)Works independently while maintaining adaptability and flexibility for change.
      • 6)Identifies problems and takes steps toward resolution
      • 7)Attends and participates in department meetings.


    Education/Experience Required:

    • Graduate of an approved program of Nuclear Medicine Technology 1 year experience preferred but not essential * See Special Job Characteristics Section


    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

    • Basic knowledge of computers Basic knowledge of various nuclear medicine scanners
    • Licensed by the ILL. Dept. of Nuclear Safety Registry eligible CPR Certification


    Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

    • Radiation exposure; long hours and on-call required; able to work under minimal supervision; able to make independent professional decisions; stress related to fluctuating patient volumes; possible risks due to needle sticks; heavy lifting (patients onto scanning tables); must demonstrate oral and written communication skills and be conscientious. -Exposed to radiation. -Ability to operate portable equipment. -Ability to deal with extremely ill patients. -Ability to communicate with patients. -Ability to adjust to flexible work hours. -Ability to work weekends, holidays, and emergency call-back. -Ability to participate on-call program and available to department needs with minimal notice. -Ability to do light, medium or heavy lifting. LIGHT: Lifting up to 20-50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. MEDIUM: Lifting up to 20-50 pounds occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly. HEAVY: Lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly. -Ability to make independent professional decisions using good judgment skills. -Ability to practice high quality patient care and technical competence. -Ability to function with minimal assistance in performing job activities. -Ability to demonstrate oral and written communication skills. -May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as film processing chemicals. -Ability to attend out-of-town site visits to view equipment. *This posit will need to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., understand child growth and development; normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging, prior experience with various age groups is preferred.
    • If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.


    This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Clinic
  • Advocate Aurora
  • Fond Du Lac, WI PART_TIME
  • Major Responsibilities:Competently performs basic to advanced nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including general, cardiac, therapy and PET/CT, if performed at assigned facility.R...
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Clinic
  • 223 Aurora Medical Group, Inc.
  • Fond du Lac, WI PART_TIME
  • Department: 05520 AMG Fond du Lac - Imaging Services Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 20 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Every other week rotation- 2 days/3 days 7am-3...
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
  • Advocate Health
  • Sheboygan, WI FULL_TIME
  • Major Responsibilities:Operation of nuclear medicine equipment and injections to patients with the proper dosage of radioisotopes to produce quality scans for diagnosis1)When necessary, retrieves pati...
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist Clinic
  • Advocate Health
  • Fond du lac, WI FULL_TIME
  • Major Responsibilities:Competently performs basic to advanced nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including general, cardiac, therapy and PET/CT, if performed at assigned facility.R...
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
  • SSM Health
  • Fond du Lac, WI PART_TIME
  • It's more than a career, it's a calling.WI-St. Agnes HospitalWorker Type:RegularJob Summary:Performs therapeutic and diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures providing quality images to radiologists and...
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Field Sales and Marketing Representative
  • Techtronic Industries - TTI
  • Grand Chute, WI
  • FIELD SALES AND MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE – Techtronic Industries, NA (TTI) About Us: TTI (Techtronic Industries) is a fa...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacy Technician
  • Costco
  • Appleton, WI
  • Job Description Assists pharmacist to fill, dispense prescriptions for customers. Assists customers at counter, retrieve...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Surgical Technologist
  • ThedaCare
  • Appleton, WI
  • Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Non-Licensed Hearing Aid Attendant
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Appleton, WI
  • Job Description Answers telephone and schedules appointments for the Hearing Center. Rings sales, provides clerical supp...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacy Technician
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Appleton, WI
  • Assists pharmacist to fill, dispense prescriptions for customers. Assists customers at counter, retrieves prescriptions,...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashiers
  • Panera Bread
  • Grand Chute, WI
  • PANERA CAFE RETAIL TEAM MEMBER: CASHIER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself an...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Salad and Sandwich Maker
  • Panera Bread
  • Grand Chute, WI
  • PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: SALAD & SANDWICH MAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yours...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
  • US Navy
  • Green Bay, WI
  • About Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technicians have expertise in the most conventional and unconventional explosive...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Appleton is a city in Outagamie (mostly), Calumet, and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. One of the Fox Cities, it is situated on the Fox River, 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Green Bay and 100 miles (160 km) north of Milwaukee. Appleton is the county seat of Outagamie County. The population was 72,623 at the 2010 census. Of this, 60,045 were in Outagamie County, 11,088 in Calumet County, and 1,490 in Winnebago County. Appleton is the principal city of the Appleton, Wisconsin Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is included in the Appleton-Oshkosh-Neenah, Wisconsin Combined Sta...
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