Nuclear Medicine Technician — PET Imaging Specialist

Medical City Healthcare; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase option

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Medical City Dallas is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technician for a full-time role in Texas. You will perform Nuclear Medicine/P.E.T procedures under a physician, utilizing various cameras and radiopharmaceuticals, with a strong emphasis on radiation safety and patient care.

The position requires Texas MTR licensure, ARRT NM or NMTCB certs, and either a NMTCB PET certification or willingness to obtain. BLS is required; ACLS within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CAHEA accredited school of Nuclear Medicine.
• MTR Texas license or permit required.
• ARRT (NM) or NMTCB certification required.
• NMTCB PET certification preferred.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross.
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of Nuclear Medicine Physician, perform Nuclear Medicine/P.E.T procedures.
• Apply isotopes for radiographic diagnosis with independent judgment.
• Manage in-patient and out-patient tests using Nuclear Medicine cameras and equipment.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and ensure radiation safety.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Education

CAHEA accredited school of Nuclear Medicine

MTR Texas

ARRT (NM) or NMTCB certification

NMTCB PET certification

BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross)

ACLS certification within 6 months

Job description

Medical City Dallas is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technician for a full-time role in Texas. You will perform Nuclear Medicine/P.E.T procedures under a physician, utilizing various cameras and radiopharmaceuticals, with a strong emphasis on radiation safety and patient care.

The position requires Texas MTR licensure, ARRT NM or NMTCB certs, and either a NMTCB PET certification or willingness to obtain. BLS is required; ACLS within 6 months of hire.