HVC Nuclear Med Tech (PRN)

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to work with the Radiation Safety Officer to prepare, document and administer diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear medicine procedures.

The role reports to Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse and involves QA, safety, patient care, and compliance with JCAHO/ICANL standards, with emphasis on timely exams, accurate data, and interdepartmental communication.

Qualifications

• Registered Nuclear Technologist with ARRT or NMTCB certification.
• Licensed in Nuclear Medicine with the State of Louisiana.
• CPR certified.
• Strong math skills including physics and chemistry.
• Ability to communicate with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Emotional stability and resilience; adaptable to change.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care of all assigned patients.
• Handle radioactive material safely and in accordance with procedures.
• Perform dept QA measures and cath lab correlations.
• Participate in ongoing performance improvements.
• Maintain compliance with JCAHO and ICANL regulations.
• File reports and communicate with hospitals and other offices as needed.
• Competent in venipuncture techniques.
• Communicate abnormal variances of data to appropriate staff.
• Perform QC protocols on all equipment.
• Perform routine scheduled exams in a timely fashion.
• Obtain pertinent patient history and documentation.
• Operate a variety of computer systems for daily patient handling.
• Understand and maintain radiation safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, well-stocked area routinely.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills (physics/chemistry)

Communication

Emotional resilience

Adaptability

Education

ARRT Certification

Nuclear Medicine State License LA

CPR Certification

NMTCB Certification

Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• The Nuclear Med Tech works closely with Radiation Safety Officer to prepare, document and administer diagnostic doses of radiopharmaceuticals in the performance of clinical nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Supervisory Responsibilities include overseeing the care of all assigned patients.
• Radioactive material handling and protection.
• Perform dept QA measure and cath lab correlations
• Participates in ongoing performance improvements.
• Keep dept compliant with JCAHO and ICANL regulations/requirements
• File reports and communicate with hospitals and other offices as needed.
• Competent in venipuncture techniques.
• Consistently communicates abnormal variances of data (vital signs, pain) to appropriate staff.
• Performs QC protocols on all equipment.
• Performs routine scheduled exams in a timely fashion.
• Be able to obtain pertinent patient history and documentation.
• Be able to operate a variety of computer systems necessary to daily patient handling.
• Understands and maintains radiation safety protocols.
• Maintain clean, well stocked area routinely.
• Other duties as assigned.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Registered Nuclear Technologist with the American Registry of Radiological Technologies.
• Basic Math skills that include physics and chemistry.
• ARRT, or Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
• Must be licensed in Nuclear Medicine with the State of Louisiana.
• CPR certified.
• Ability to communicate with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Requires emotional stability and resilience.
• Must be adaptable to change and receptive to delegated responsibilities.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The physical demands vary according to physical setting.
• Work requires a variety of physical activities including moving and being stationary for long periods of time.
• Ability to position self to reach and use different equipment.
• The work environment may be physically confining.
• Visual acuity is required for a variety of specific activities.
• Must have normal hearing or utilize adaptive hearing devices if duties require listening with a stethoscope to discern breath sounds, heart sounds, and bowel sounds.
• Ability to do shift work as required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well‑being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.