Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Seacrest Behavioral Health; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Seacrest Behavioral Health in Pflugerville, TX seeks a licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging using radiopharmaceuticals.

You will prepare, administer, and image procedures, ensure patient safety, and uphold radiation safety and QA standards. Strong credentialing and independent work ethic are essential to support the clinical team.

Qualifications

• Training and credentialing as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (e.g., ARRT/NM or equivalent, as required).
• Strong knowledge of radiopharmaceuticals, radiation safety, and imaging protocols.
• Ability to operate nuclear medicine equipment and troubleshoot routine issues.
• Excellent patient interaction, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and remain flexible while supporting clinical needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, handle, and administer radioactive drugs according to established safety and clinical protocols.
• Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures and related examinations.
• Operate and maintain nuclear medicine imaging equipment, ensuring accurate study acquisition.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout examinations.
• Adhere to radiation safety, regulatory, and quality assurance standards.
• Document procedures and communicate relevant findings or workflow needs with the care team.

Skills

ARRT/NM credentialing

Radiopharmaceutical knowledge

Radiation safety

Imaging protocols

Equipment operation

Equipment troubleshooting

Patient interaction

Professionalism

Independent work

Job description

to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radioactive materials and advanced imaging techniques. Uses sophisticated radiopharmaceutical administration and imaging to help diagnose and manage health conditions, supporting the healthcare team as needed.

Key Duties

• Prepare, handle, and administer radioactive drugs according to established safety and clinical protocols.
• Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures and related examinations.
• Operate and maintain nuclear medicine imaging equipment, ensuring accurate study acquisition.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout examinations.
• Adhere to radiation safety, regulatory, and quality assurance standards.
• Document procedures and communicate relevant findings or workflow needs with the care team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Training and credentialing as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (e.g., ARRT/NM or equivalent, as required).
• Strong knowledge of radiopharmaceuticals, radiation safety, and imaging protocols.
• Ability to operate nuclear medicine equipment and troubleshoot routine issues.
• Excellent patient interaction, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and remain flexible while supporting clinical needs.