Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Joinmethodist; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off and disability coverage

401(k) with match

Job summary

HCA Healthcare in Kerrville, TX seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technician to perform procedures, prepare radiopharmaceuticals, and ensure patient safety. Day shift, no nights, no weekends.

You will document patient data, maintain equipment, and participate in education to enhance skills in Nuclear Medicine. ARRT or CNMT certification is required or pending.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of Nuclear Medicine.
• Experience in Nuclear Medicine (may include experience in formal NM training).
• Prefer three years’ experience in nuclear medicine department.

Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine procedures according to established policies and procedures to provide quality patient care.
• Document patient information and perform non-clinical duties to support procedure completion.
• Greet and identify patient and explain procedures to ensure patient rights to know.
• Perform radiopharmaceutical preparation for scintigraphy, bioassay, and therapeutic procedures and dispose of radioactive waste per NRC standards.
• Perform imaging and therapeutic procedures according to requirements.
• Maintain equipment and NRC regulatory compliance for Quality Control and radiation monitoring.
• Participate in continuing education to expand knowledge in Nuclear Medicine.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Patient Care

Education

Accredited Nuclear Medicine program

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Summary and Qualifications

Full time (Monday - Friday, day shift), no nights, no on-call, no weekends, no holidays

Seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technician / Nuclear Tech who provides specialized expertise to ensure all patients receive high quality, efficient care. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do.

What you will do in this role:

• Performs all Nuclear Medicine procedures according to established policies and procedures, methods and standards to provide quality patient care.
• Document patient information and perform other non-clinical duties to support procedure completion.
• Greet and identify correct patient and provide a brief explanation of requested procedure to ensure patient care and patients’ right to know.
• Perform all aspects of radiopharmaceutical preparation for scintigraphy, bioassay, and therapeutic procedures and dispose of radioactive trash according to department policy and Nuclear Regulatory Commission standards.
• Perform imaging and therapeutic procedures according to requirements.
• Perform non-clinical activities pertinent to equipment maintenance and NRC regulations for Quality Control and radiation monitoring.
• Maintain appropriate supplies and a clean, organized work environment.
• Participate in continuing education activities to expand/enhance knowledge of Nuclear Medicine.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Must read, understand, and adhere to all Physician Services policies and procedures.
• Practice and adhere to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Value Statement

What Qualifications you will need:

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of accredited school of Nuclear Medicine.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in Nuclear Medicine (may include experience in formal NM formal training program)
• Prefer three years’ experience in nuclear medicine department.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• Required to be registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Or Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist

Benefits

Texas Transplant Physician Group, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Supporting HCA Healthcares 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.