Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Mission Regional Medical Center; Mission (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Mission Regional Medical Center seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures and therapeutic treatments using radioactive materials in a per diem capacity. The role involves supporting patient care in a busy hospital setting with flexible hours and shift variability.

The ideal candidate holds a current state license, ARRT/NMTCB certification, and has radiology experience. Strong anatomy knowledge and computer skills are essential for accurate imaging and safety.

Qualifications

• Current State Nuclear Medicine License issued by CDPH, ARRT or NMTCB Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
• One year of acute, clinical radiology experience is preferred.
• At least one year of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist preferred.
• Knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology is required.
• Graduate of a program accredited by ARRT.
• Current BCLS (AHA) required.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex patient cases and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored imaging plans and treatment strategies.
• Operate ultrasound machines to produce real-time images of patients' internal organs, tissues, and blood flow, selecting imaging techniques and settings to capture clear images.
• Use a handheld transducer (probe) to transmit high-frequency sound waves and capture echoes to create images, adjusting parameters to obtain multiple views.
• Interpret ultrasound images in real-time to assess organ structure and function, and communicate findings to radiologists or physicians.
• May perform Doppler ultrasound studies to evaluate blood flow and detect abnormalities such as occlusions or stenosis.
• Proficient in using advanced imaging techniques such as contrast-enhanced ultrasound or ultrasound-guided procedures (biopsies, aspirations, injections, thoracentesis, and paracentesis).
• Perform a wider range of ultrasound examinations across obstetric, gynecologic, vascular, abdominal, cardiac, or musculoskeletal systems.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

Program accredited by ARRT

Tools

Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment

Job description

Employment Status

Per Diem

Overview

Shift’s Available: Variable

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: Variable

Location : Mission Regional Medical Center

We are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist , also referred to as a Nuclear Med Tech . The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will perform diagnostic imaging procedures and therapeutic treatments using radioactive materials. They help in the diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions by providing valuable information about the structure and function of organs and tissues within the body using nuclear medicine imaging techniques. Their expertise in radioactive materials, imaging technology, patient care, and radiation safety contributes to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services in our hospital. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/ PRN as needed .

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to)

• R esponsible for managing more complex patient cases and providing specialized care to patients with unique medical needs or conditions, this could involve collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop tailored imaging plans and treatment strategies
• O perate ultrasound machines to produce real-time images of patients' internal organs, tissues, and blood flow, select appropriate imaging techniques and settings to capture clear and accurate images based on the specific clinical indication or area of interest
• U se a handheld transducer (probe) to transmit high-frequency sound waves into the body and capture the returning echoes to create images, manipulate the transducer and adjust imaging parameters to obtain multiple views and optimize image quality
• I nterpret ultrasound images in real-time to assess the structure, size, shape, and function of organs and tissues within the body, identify any abnormalities, lesions, or pathology that may be present and communicate findings to radiologists or referring physicians
• M ay perform Doppler ultrasound studies to evaluate blood flow patterns and detect abnormalities such as vascular occlusions, stenosis, or thrombosis
• P roficient in using advanced imaging techniques and technologies, such as contrast-enhanced ultrasound, or ultrasound-guided procedures (biopsies, aspirations, injections , thoracentesis, and paracentesis procedures )
• P erform a wider range of ultrasound examinations, including more complex or specialized imaging studies, this could involve imaging of specific organs or systems, such as obstetric, gynecologic, vascular, abdominal, cardiac, or musculoskeletal ultrasound

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Current State Nuclear Medicine License issued by CDPH, A.R.R.T. or N.M.T.C.B. Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
• One year of acute, clinical radiology experience is preferred.
• At least one year of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist preferred
• Knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology is required.
• Graduate of a program accredited by ARRT.
• Current BCLS (AHA) required.
• Proficient computer skills.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf