Nuclear Medicine Technologist II

CommonSpirit Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston, TX, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist II to perform specialized nuclear medicine procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals, and ensure high-quality imaging for licensed practitioners.

The role emphasizes radiation safety, patient care, and precise imaging. The candidate should have two years of Nuclear Medicine experience, clinical certification, and radiography licensure at hire, with responsibilities including mentorship and staff education

Qualifications

• Two years Nuclear Medicine experience (on hire)
• Texas Medical Radiographer license required on hire
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist on hire or Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology on hire
• Basic Life Support Certification by the American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Perform Nuclear Medicine procedures and produce high-quality images for interpretation.
• Mentor new staff on camera and computer systems and study procedures.
• Maintain radiation safety and compliant radiopharmacy operations.
• Lead staff in‑services on topical subjects (2 per year) and ensure proper documentation.
• Ensure data validity before submission for interpretation.

Skills

Radiation safety

Patient care

Quality imaging

Attention to detail

Education

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology

Medical Radiographer TX license

Tools

Nuclear medicine camera

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Gamma camera software

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Nuclear Medicine Technologist II, you will be a specialized healthcare professional, vital in providing diagnostic and therapeutic services through the precise application of radionuclides.

Every day, you will expertly perform Nuclear Medicine procedures, utilizing radionuclides to produce high-quality images and data for licensed practitioners. You'll ensure appropriate patient care, recognize conditions essential for successful procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate equipment, and adhere to strict radiation safety.

To be successful in this role demands current certification, advanced technical expertise, and an exceptional eye for detail, coupled with a thorough understanding of radiation safety. Your compassionate patient care and dedication to precise imaging will be essential.

• Demonstrated mastery of all Tech I Accountabilities / Responsibilities and have complete a minimum of 1 year service in the Tech 1 position
• Perform in‑vitro/in‑vivo studies as outlined in the nuclear medicine procedure manuals. Make determinations of the validity of the data collected before submission for interpretation
• Mentor new employees and students on the proper use of the camera / computer systems, study procedures
• Appropriately and professionally react to process or procedure deviations.
• Assists with the formal clinical/technical education process of the department by preparing and presenting 2 staff in‑services per year on a topical subject
• Independently perform all Functions regarding the safe and compliant operation of the radiopharmacy and all associated documentation. Educate and mentor qualified staff on proper radio, pharmacy procedures

Job Requirements

• Two (2) years Nuclear Medicine experience, upon hire
• Medical Radiographer: TX, upon hire and
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, upon hire or
• Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association

Where You'll Work

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an 1,045 bed facility located in the Texas medical center. A joint venture with Baylor College of Medicine, Baylor St. Luke’s is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. The hospital is home to the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, a nationally-accredited and NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. Our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education.