Nuclear Medicine Technologist

CHRISTUS St Frances Cabrini; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

CHRISTUS St Frances Cabrini in Alexandria, LA seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to coordinate and perform diagnostic imaging using radiopharmaceuticals and advanced imaging equipment. You will follow professional and departmental protocols to deliver physician-ready images that support diagnosis and treatment planning.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT or NMTCB certification, state licensure, and a BLS card, with at least 1 year of nuclear medicine experience and prefer 2 years radiology

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or equivalent.
• 1 year of clinical nuclear medicine experience required.
• Current State Licensure required.
• Current BLS required.
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist registration from ARRT or NMTCB required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform diagnostic imaging using radiopharmaceuticals.
• Follow procedures to provide physician-ready diagnostic images.
• Document calibrations, flood films, and quality control tests daily.
• Practice radiation safety and proper waste disposal per policies.
• Demonstrate adherence to CHRISTUS Health CORE Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Radiation safety

Quality control

Calibrations

Documentation

Education

Radiology Technology degree

Tools

Dose calibrator

Gamma camera

Job description

Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for coordinating and performing diagnostic medical imaging procedures utilizing radiopharmaceutical and medical imaging equipment. Professional and departmental protocols are followed to provide the physician diagnostic images to identify and/or plan appropriate treatment for the patient’s condition. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organizations mission, values and culture.

Responsibilities

Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Adheres to standards for radiation safety and for appropriate waste separation and disposal of radioactive agents by performing specific tasks mandated by Federal, State and Hospital policies.

Documents daily all calibrations and flood films for all Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment, Dose Calibrator accuracy check, Hot Lab area survey, dispensed pharmaceuticals and radioactive source disposal.

Practices safe handling of radio nuclides and radiation safety procedures at all times.

Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals, as prescribed by the Physician, by adhering to established procedures.

Performs periodic quality control tests, documenting according to Hospital policies and procedures.

Demonstrates adherence to the CORE Values of CHRISTUS Health.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience in a clinical nuclear medicine setting required.
• 2 years of experience in a clinical Radiology setting is preferred.
• Current State Licensure required.
• Current BLS (American Heart Association) required.
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist registration from ARRT or NMTCB required.

Work Schedule

TBD

Work Type

Part Time

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