Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Franklin, LA)

Bayou Bend Health; Louisiana; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayou Bend Health System seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging procedures and patient care while ensuring safety, image quality, and regulatory compliance. The role supports emergency, inpatient, and outpatient imaging needs in a Critical Access Hospital setting.

The ideal candidate will hold ARRT Nuclear Medicine certification, a Louisiana LSRT license, and BLS. 1–2 years of hospital/ED experience and PACS/EMR familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT certification in Nuclear Medicine (N) is required.
• Current Louisiana LSRT license is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 1–2 years Nuclear Medicine experience in hospital or ED setting.
• Familiarity with PACS and EMR systems.
• Experience performing imaging exams on emergency, inpatient, and outpatient populations.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine procedures per physician orders and protocols.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals with safety practices.
• Operate gamma cameras to obtain diagnostic images.
• Position patients and explain procedures for comfort and cooperation.
• Review patient history and orders before procedures.
• Conduct quality control on imaging equipment and document results.
• Maintain accurate radiopharmaceutical records and disposal.
• Comply with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and participate in QI activities.

Skills

PACS familiarity

EMR systems

Radiologic imaging techniques

Independent prioritization

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor/AS in Radiologic Technology

ARRT Nuclear Medicine Certification

Louisiana LSRT license

BLS certification

Tools

Gamma cameras

Radiology equipment

Radiation safety equipment

Job description

Primary Function

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs nuclear imaging procedures and related patient care duties while ensuring image quality, radiation safety, accurate radiopharmaceutical administration, and compliance with departmental and regulatory standards. This position supports the imaging needs of a Critical Access Hospital by providing high-quality radiologic services to emergency, inpatient, and outpatient populations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs nuclear medicine procedures in accordance with physician orders, established protocols and departmental policies.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals using appropriate radiation safety practices.
• Operates gamma cameras and other nuclear medicine imaging equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Positions patients appropriately and explains procedures to ensure patient understanding, comfort and cooperation.
• Reviews patient history, physician orders, lab results and other relevant information prior to procedures.
• Performs quality control testing on nuclear medicine equipment and maintains appropriate documentation.
• Maintains accurate record of radiopharmaceutical receipt, preparation, administration, usage and disposal.
• Maintains compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation and hospital requirements.
• Assists with maintaining a clean organized and safe work environment.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement activities and continuing education.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice and qualifications of the Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Communicates effectively with radiologists, physicians, nursing staff, and other health professionals regarding patient care.

Education/Qualifications/Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT certification in Nuclear Medicine (N) is required.
• Current Louisiana State Radiologic Technologist License (LSRT) required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Knowledge of radiologic imaging techniques and patient positioning.
• Ability to operate radiology equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide imaging services to patients across the lifespan.
• 1–2 years of Nuclear Medicine experience in a hospital or emergency department setting.
• Familiarity with PACS and electronic medical record systems.
• Experience performing imaging exams on emergency, inpatient, and outpatient populations.
• Ability to work independently

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Bayou Bend Health Systemto provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other regard as required by law. This policy relates to recruitment, employment, placement, layoffs and recall, promotion/demotion, discipline, transfer, termination, rates of pay and/or all other forms of compensation, training and development, use of facilities, and participation in hospital sponsored activities.

Drug Testing Bayou Bend Health Systemis an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a condition of employment all candidates must undergo and pass a post-offer drug screen. Failure to participate in the mandatory drug screen will void all offers of employment.

Department: 038 - RADIOLOGY
This is a prn position