Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist

Hillcrest Medical Center; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for day shift, full-time.

You will coordinate radiopharmaceuticals, administer imaging procedures, and operate the PACS computer system. The role is expected to split about 50/50 between Nuclear Medicine and PET work, with a focus on maintaining high-quality scans and patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be ARRT (N) with advanced certification in Nuclear Medicine or NMTCB, or graduate of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology and registry eligible.
• If registry eligible upon hire, must become registered within one year and maintain registry while employed.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate radiopharmaceuticals for patient procedures.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and medications for patient imaging and therapeutic procedures.
• Explain the imaging procedure to patients.
• Maintain a high standard of imaging and positioning to acquire a quality scan.
• Proficiently operate the PACS computer system.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives.
• Assist with other department activities as needed.
• Position will likely be 50% Nuclear Medicine and 50% PET.

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Nuclear Medicine Tech in Tulsa, OK.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.


• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.


• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hillcrest Medical Center is a 656-bed hospital that includes The Alexander Burn Center, The Peggy V. Helmerich Women's Health Center, Kaiser Rehabilitation Center, the latest technology for the treatment of cancer, and the Oklahoma Heart Institute.

A Day in the Life of a Nuclear Medicine Technologist:

• Coordinate radiopharmaceuticals for patient procedures.


• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and medications for patient imaging andtherapeuticprocedures


• Explain the imaging procedure to patients


• Must maintain a high standard of imaging and positioning to acquire a quality scan.


• Proficient at operating the PACS Computer System.


• Participate in performance improvement initiatives.


• Assist with other activities as deemed necessary for the operation of the department.


• Position will likely be 50% Nuclear Medicine and 50% PET

Job Requirements:

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (A.R.R.T.) with advanced certification in Nuclear Medicine or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (N.M.T.C.B.) or be a graduate of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology and be registry eligible.


• If registry eligible upon hire, you must become registered within one year of employment and maintain registry while employed.


• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.