Nuclear Medicine Tech at Ascension in Kokomo, IN

Work within a safety-focused diagnostic imaging team where your specialized skill directly provides patients with vital clarity. You will capture precise nuclear images, safely manage radiopharmaceuticals and keep patient comfort at the center of every procedure.

• Location: Kokomo, IN
• Facility: Kokomo St. Vincent Hospital
• Department/Specialty: Nuclear Medicine
• Schedule: Part-time | Days | Monday-Friday 8 or 10 hour shifts

Responsibilities

• Directed the end-to-end lifecycle of radioactive diagnostic agents—including ordering, preparation, and administration—maintaining 100% compliance with strict NRC and state regulatory protocols.
• Engineered high-resolution diagnostic maps by expertly positioning patients and calibrating anatomic/technical factors, ensuring the highest level of image clarity for physician review.
• Spearheaded departmental radiation safety initiatives, strictly adhering to ALARA principles and safety guidelines to protect patients and staff from unnecessary exposure.
• Managed the seamless submission of diagnostic data to PACS, ensuring meticulous accuracy in patient history, lead markers, and high-fidelity image quality for multidisciplinary diagnostic use.
• Oversaw the technical integrity of complex imaging systems through proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and the execution of safety "lock-out/tag-out" procedures to prevent departmental downtime.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Indiana Medical Radiology Services Program obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Or credentialed from the Indiana State Department of Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

• Prefer detail-oriented candidates that are flexible, professional, dependable, patient care centered, team oriented, have integrity and able to function independently or within a team.

About the Team

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

About the Company

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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