Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Gamma Cameras & PET/CT

Jobtome; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health & Hospital System in Texas seeks an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform procedures according to patient needs and Parkland standards. The role requires MRT certification and ARRT CNMT or N within 6 months of hire, with ability to operate gamma cameras, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT systems.

The candidate should hold a Nuclear Medicine Technology degree and be prepared to participate in ongoing education and quality control activities within Parkland’s radiology services.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited college program in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Science, or allied health field.
• Certification requirement includes active MRT from Texas Medical Board.
• ARRT certification in Nuclear Medicine (N) or CNMT within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality control measures on nuclear medicine equipment and devices and maintains quality management programs for procedures.
• Confers with physicians to determine appropriate procedures and ensure effective operations.
• Documents all laboratory operations, including handling of radioactive materials, data, and records; exercises judgment for exams and procedures.
• Identifies ways to improve work processes and customer satisfaction and advises management accordingly.
• Provides clinical instructions for radiology students and residents to ensure staff are informed of radiologic information.
• Keeps up-to-date with nuclear medicine developments and maintains licensure and certifications as required.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

EKG knowledge

IV insertion

Gamma cameras

Cardiac Stress equipment

Education

Nuclear Medicine Technology degree

Tools

Gamma cameras

SPECT/CT scanners

PET/CT scanners

Nuclear medicine computers

Cardiac Stress equipment

Job description

Parkland Health & Hospital System in Texas seeks an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform procedures according to patient needs and Parkland standards. The role requires MRT certification and ARRT CNMT or N within 6 months of hire, with ability to operate gamma cameras, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT systems.

The candidate should hold a Nuclear Medicine Technology degree and be prepared to participate in ongoing education and quality control activities within Parkland’s radiology services.