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NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST - IP RAD (3384D)

Memorial Health · Decatur, IL · $37.43–$58.02 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you worked closely with a radiologist on a hard case.

What they are checking: Whether they communicate well with radiologists, which the posting describes.

This is a day shift with rotating weekends. How does that fit your schedule?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably meet the schedule this role requires.

What would you do

A radioactive spill happens in your hot lab. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know spill procedures and federal and state reporting rules.

A patient worries that the radiation will hurt them. How do you explain it?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain risks simply and honestly to ease fear.

How do you handle a patient who did not follow the prep instructions for their scan?

What they are checking: Whether they can decide when to reschedule and communicate with the ordering provider.

About the work

Walk me through how you prepare and give a radiopharmaceutical dose for a myocardial perfusion study.

What they are checking: Whether they handle dose preparation, verification and administration safely.

How do you protect yourself, patients and coworkers from radiation exposure?

What they are checking: Whether they practice time, distance and shielding as daily habits.

How do you adjust doses and approach for a young child?

What they are checking: Whether they know pediatric dosing and how to keep children calm, since the role covers all ages.

What quality control do you do on your camera and dose calibrator?

What they are checking: Whether they follow QC routines that keep images and doses accurate.

What federal and state rules apply to nuclear medicine, and how do you follow them?

What they are checking: Whether they know the NRC and state rules the posting requires them to understand.

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The full job description

As published by Memorial Health.

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer. Position Type: On-site Job Description Summary: Works closely with radiologist to perform, clinical diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine testing contributing to the efficient operation of the department and promoting the philosophy, to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care. Maintains the standard of care delivered to infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. Schedule Full Time, Day Shift 7:00AM-3:30PM Rotating Weekends To review Memorial's Benefits click here: Benefits - Memorial HR Job Description: Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. - Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. - Knowledge of federal and state regulations applicable to Nuclear Medicine. - Knowledge of radiation protection and safety. - Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). - Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. - Ability to speak with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds. - Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. General Skill Requirements In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements. - Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled overtime, unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions. - Attendance and Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. - Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. - Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts. - Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively. - Judgment – displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information. - Problem solving – Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations. - Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. - Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals. - Concentration – Maintains attention to detail over extended period of time; continually aware of variations in changing situations. - Supervision – ability to perform work independently or with minimal supervision; ability to assign and/or review work; train and/or evaluate other employees. Education and/or Other Requirements - Graduate of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology; - Maintains active: - CNMT: Certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist through NMTCB Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) – OR – - T.(N)(ARRT): Registered Technologist in Nuclear Medicine Technology by ARRT (The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists); - Maintains active: Nuclear Medicine Technologist License with IEMA (Illinois Emergency Management Agency); and - CPR certification. Pay Transparency $37.43 - $58.02 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/ If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact askHR@mhsil.com . Requests will be handled confidentially.

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