Our Vision
As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.
Hours:
About the Job
In this role, the Radiation Safety Tech, ensures safe storage, usage, and documentation of all radioactive materials used at Loyola Health System. This includes materials used in Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Clinical Labs, and SSOM Graduate School research labs. This is a position needed to maintain regulatory compliance.
What you will do
Manage radioactive waste program. This involves preparing radioactive waste for transport from clinical and research departments to the radioactive material waste facility for sorting and storage, storing short half-life waste for decay-to-background levels prior to disposal in accordance with IEMA regulatory requirements, preparing long-lived radioactive waste shipments, documenting all throughput and conducting weekly waste building surveys.
Ensure safety of patients and staff by preparing patient care rooms for occupancy by radiopharmaceutical therapy patients and deconstructing the rooms after discharge. Maintain regulatory compliance through the performance documentation of radiation surveys of inpatients along with surveys and decontamination of patient rooms after discharge. Additionally, complete radiation surveys of radiopharmaceutical therapy patients treated as out-patients
Here is what you will need
Minimum Required:
Associate degree
Specific Degree(s): Physics, Health Physics, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Physical Science
1-2 years of experience or
New Nuclear Med graduates
Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree
Specific Degree(s): Physics, Health Physics, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Physical Science
Licensure/Certifications
Preferred:
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) or ARRT (N)
Perks & Benefits
Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
Daily Pay "NEW"
Competitive Shift Differentials
Career Development
Tuition Reimbursement
Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
403(b) with Employer Match
On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
Referral Rewards
Perks Program
Our Promise to You
Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.
We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners
Pay Range: $39.00 - 59.92 USD Hourly
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
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Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.