Nuclear Medicine Tech

Ascension; Woodway (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet and legal insurance

Job summary

Ascension Providence in Waco, TX is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to join the Radiology department. This full-time days shift (Mon-Fri, 7:30am–4pm) location offers opportunities to operate imaging cameras, position patients, and manage radiopharmaceuticals.

You will follow safety procedures, ensure high-quality images for PACS, maintain equipment, and contribute to a clean, orderly department. Required licenses include BLS and Texas radiologic technologist certification; ARRT/NMTCB

Qualifications

• High school diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Licensure/certification per Texas Radiologic Technologist standards and NMTCB/ARRT credentials as specified.
• BLS provider certification within 1 month of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.
• Position patients and select anatomic and technical factors accurately.
• Order, prepare, administer, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure prompt submission of high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensure equipment is properly functioning and report problems or malfunctions; lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, orderly department.

Skills

Radiologic tech

Nuclear medicine

Safety procedures

Patient positioning

Equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma equivalency

Associate's/Technical degree

4 years applicable experience

Tools

PACS

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Waco, TX
• Facility: Ascension Providence
• Department: Radiology
• Schedule: Days | Full-time | Monday - Friday, 7:30am â 4pm

Sign on Bonus Available!

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Maintain and operate cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.
• Position patients and select anatomic and technical factors accurately.
• Order, prepare, administer, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department.

Licenses/Certifications/Registration

What minimum requirements you’ll need

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in General Practice credentialed from the Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist Certification Program obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
• Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Nuclear Cardiology Technologist (NMTCB-NCT) also accepted.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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