Cardio PET Nuclear Technologist

Singing River Health System; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Singing River Health System is seeking a Cardio PET Nuclear Technologist to perform diagnostic procedures using radiopharmaceuticals, PET, and CT under supervision. The role includes maintaining radiation safety, vascular access proficiency, and quality control across imaging services for patient care.

You will work with senior staff to ensure compliance with ARR/ACR/DNV standards and contribute to policy development and accreditation efforts within the Radiology department.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in health field required.
• Graduate of an approved Nuclear Radiology Technology Program required.
• Must be licensed by ARRT or NMTCB and Mississippi Board of Health.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine, PET, and CT procedures.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and operate imaging equipment.
• Maintain quality control and radiation protection standards.
• Assist with policy development and accreditation preparation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Radiation safety

Vascular access proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree in health field

Nuclear Radiology Technology Program

Tools

ARRT license

NMTCB certification

Job description

Shift and Location

Shift: Shift is Monday - Thursday (10hr shifts) Location: Singing River Cardiology - Biloxi, Singing River Cardiology - Ocean Springs

Job Description Summary

The Cardio PET Nuclear Technologist, under the supervision of the Cardiologist, performs diagnostic procedures utilizing radiopharmaceuticals, generator, calibration, mixing, and exercises professional judgment in performance of services, and applies principles of radiation protection for self and the patient. He/She must be proficient in vascular access. The Cardio PET Nuclear Technologist, under general supervision, performs a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine, PET, and CT procedures to include, administering radio-pharmaceuticals, operating department equipment, developing and organizing radiographic film or digital data for presentation to the Cardiologist. The Cardio PET Nuclear Technologist operates equipment requiring detailed concentration for extended periods of time with, stocks an adequate inventory of supplies at all times, and maintains quality control of procedures and quality assurance of equipment. The Cardio PET Nuclear Technologist helps ensure that the Radiology department meets accreditation agency/ARRT/ACR/ DNV standards and achieves the Health System objectives. He/She assists with the development and revision of policies, procedures, and protocols as requested. Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education

Associate’s degree in a health field required. Graduate of an approved Nuclear Radiology Technology Program required.

License

Must be currently licensed as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, RT Nuclear Medicine Technologist, or a Medical Radiation Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, Inc. (NMTCB). Must be licensed by the Mississippi State Department of Health.

Certifications

Required to complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer. Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.

Experience

Prior experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist preferred.

Reports to

Practice Administrator

Physical Demands

Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard. Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision. Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.

Mental Demands

Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.

Special Demands

Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word. Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.

About Us

If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together.

Singing River is both a mission-driven healthcare provider and one of the largest employers on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. We offer best-of-industry benefits, scheduling options, and professional pathways for our employees. Within each of our three hospitals and 50+ primary care and specialty clinics, you’ll find a team devoted to quality, teamwork, and service.