Nuclear Medicine Assistant — Mon-Fri, CME Allowance & Benefits

US Heart & Vascular; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

CME allowance

Weekday schedule

Job summary

US Heart & Vascular is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Assistant to join Cardiology Specialist of Acadiana in Lafayette, LA. The role supports nuclear medicine and PET procedures, ensuring patient care and safety.

The successful candidate will have LA nursing licensure or CMA, BLS & ACLS, and at least 1 year of experience; training in nuclear medicine is a plus. A comprehensive benefits package and a weekday schedule are offered.

Qualifications

• Active LA nursing licensure or CMA certification is required.
• BLS & ACLS certification is required.
• Minimum 1 year of medical/clinical experience preferred.
• Training in nuclear medicine procedures is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Treats patients with dignity and preserves privacy; supports nuclear medicine and PET procedures.
• Prepares consent forms and explains procedures to patients; assists with scheduling.
• Documents EMR entries promptly after each examination.
• Assists with insurance authorization prior to exams and coordinates scheduling.
• Maintains clean exam rooms and stocks clinical supplies; follows safety guidelines.
• Performs nursing duties when patient exams are unavailable.

Skills

Patient care

IV injections

Medical terminology

CPR/BLS certification

Education

LA nursing licensure

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

US Heart & Vascular is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Assistant to join Cardiology Specialist of Acadiana in Lafayette, LA. The role supports nuclear medicine and PET procedures, ensuring patient care and safety.

The successful candidate will have LA nursing licensure or CMA, BLS & ACLS, and at least 1 year of experience; training in nuclear medicine is a plus. A comprehensive benefits package and a weekday schedule are offered.