Nuclear Medicine Technologist (2954)

US Heart and Vascular; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Cardiovascular Associates is seeking a PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Houston, TX. The role involves explaining procedures, preparing radiopharmaceuticals, calculating and administering doses, and performing diagnostic exams including Cardiac PET studies.

The candidate must graduate from an accredited Radiology Technology program, be ARRT or NMTCB registered, have 2 years of experience, and hold BLS/CPR. This busy private cardiology practice emphasizes patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
• ARRT or NMTCB registration required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in nuclear medicine.
• BLS/CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patients to ensure cooperation and optimal results.
• Prepare radiopharmaceutical stock solutions, calculate doses, and administer under physician direction.
• Perform diagnostic exams including Cardiac PET studies as prescribed, including treadmill supervision and IV starts.
• Measure radioactivity with Geiger counters and scintillation detectors.
• Follow radiation safety techniques and dispose of radioactive materials properly.
• Maintain quality control of all equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Independent worker

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiology Technology

ARRT/NMTCB registration

Job description

Nuclear Medicine Technologist (2954)

HCVA - Museo 8th Floor Main - Houston, TX 77004; HCVA - Sugar Land - Sugar Land, TX 77479

Overview

Position Type: PRN

Job Shift: Day

Education Level: Associates Degree

Travel Percentage: Up to 10%

Category: Other Positions

Description

Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist

Houston Cardiovascular Associates is adding to the team and in search of a PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Houston, TX.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Explains procedure to patients to assure cooperation and optimum test results
• Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculate doses, and administers doses, under direction of Physician
• Performs diagnostic exams including Cardiac PET studies on patients as prescribed by physician, including treadmill supervision and starting IVs.
• Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectors
• Follows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials
• Maintains quality control of all equipment
• Safeguard the privacy of patient health information
• Attends required meetings
• Performs related work as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills
• Must be experienced and work independently in a very busy private cardiology practice setting

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology
• Must be registered with ARRT or NMTCB
• 2 years of experience
• BLS/CPR Certification

Employment type

• PRN - One or two days a week

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