Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PET & Imaging Expert

Medical City Denton; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Fertility and family-building benefits

Education assistance

Time Away From Work

Employee Health Assistance Fund

Job summary

Medical City Heart and Spine Hospitals are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technician to perform radiographic procedures under a Nuclear Medicine Physician. The role involves administering radiopharmaceuticals, operating Nuclear Medicine cameras, and ensuring radiation safety in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Candidates should have Texas licensure, ARRT/NM or NMTCB certification, BLS/ACLS credentials, and completion from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CAHEA accredited school of Nuclear Medicine preferred.
• MTR State of Texas.
• ARRT (NM) or NMTCB certification.
• NMTCB PET certification preferred.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS provider.
• ACLS provider required within 6 months of hire or transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of a Nuclear Medicine Physician, the Nuclear Medicine/P.E.T Technologist accomplishes general radiographic procedures.
• Performs at a technical level with independent judgment to apply isotopes for radiographic diagnosis.
• Performs tests on in-patients and out-patients.
• Utilizes Nuclear Medicine cameras and varied equipment.
• Administers pharmaceuticals and radiopharmaceuticals as outlined in Nuclear Medicine Scope of Practice.
• Demonstrates radiation safety practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

CAHEA accredited school of Nuclear Medicine

MTR State of Texas

ARRT (NM) or NMTCB certification

NMTCB PET certification

BLS provider (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)

ACLS provider (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)

Job description

Medical City Heart and Spine Hospitals are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technician to perform radiographic procedures under a Nuclear Medicine Physician. The role involves administering radiopharmaceuticals, operating Nuclear Medicine cameras, and ensuring radiation safety in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Candidates should have Texas licensure, ARRT/NM or NMTCB certification, BLS/ACLS credentials, and completion from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program.