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Children's Hospital Colorado Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Aurora, Colorado
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Job ID91223
LocationAurora, Colorado
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
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Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.
Job Overview
Specializes in and leads therapeutic administration of radiopharmaceuticals. This technologist will also perform high-quality pediatric Nuclear Medicine (NM) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) / PET-CT procedures daily. This role focuses on the regulatory requirements, documentation, preparation, administration, and monitoring of high-dose radioactive isotopes for therapeutic treatments while ensuring comprehensive knowledge and application of diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures. The Lead Technologist over therapies will oversee the daily operations of the therapy program, ensuring adherence to safety standards, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care tailored to the unique needs of pediatric patients. Will also serve as the subject matter expert for advancing research and care across Children's Hospital Colorado, while serving as a key partner with our Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD). This position requires a proactive leader who collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, provides mentorship to technologists, and maintains meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of patient care, record keeping, and department management. The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge in high-dose radioisotope therapies, demonstrate expertise in pediatric patient care, and have a strong commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.
Additional Information
Department Name: Nuclear Medicine Job Status: Full-Time; 40 hours/week - eligible for benefits Shift: Monday - Friday
Qualifications
EDUCATION - Graduation from an accredited nuclear medicine program required. Bachelor's degree in a related healthcare or scientific discipline strongly preferred. EXPERIENCE - Two years of diagnostic radiographic experience required. Experience in a pediatric healthcare setting or with pediatric patients is preferred. Experience in high-dose radioactive therapy administration of one of the following is strongly preferred: MIBG I-131 I-131 Lutathera Y-90 Proven leadership experience or prior supervisory role in a nuclear medicine department preferred. Participation in research or quality improvement projects in nuclear medicine preferred. CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS;ARRT Registered Technologist with Nuclear Medicine discipline or a NMTCB Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) required.
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Provides patient care to all of these age groups: Neonate- < 30 days
