Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

St. David's Medical Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Education support

Fertility and family building benefits

Job summary

St. David's Medical Center in Austin, TX, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN to join a team that produces high-quality diagnostic scans and adheres to ARRT and NMTCB standards.

The role involves handling radioisotopes, following safety protocols, and delivering patient-centered care in a high-acuity environment. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will operate cameras and related equipment, ensure imaging protocols are followed, and communicate results with radiologists while

Qualifications

• ARRT and NMTCB certification standards are followed.
• Licensure by appropriate radiation safety authorities and hospital policies.
• Associate Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
• CNMT or ARRT-R certification required.
• RT Radiologic Technologist license required.

Responsibilities

• Produce scans with high diagnostic quality across neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Follow established imaging protocols and isotope dosage guidelines; adjust for age or disease as needed.
• Operate Nuclear Medicine cameras, computers and related equipment efficiently.
• Maintain ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure.
• Explain procedures to patients and families in clear terms and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Radiation safety

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

CNMT or ARRT-R certification

Tools

Nuclear medicine cameras

Imaging equipment operation

Job description

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist produces images in accordance with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) standards. Furthermore, the technologist will perform within the guidelines set by the Bureau of Radiation Control, Hospital Policies and Procedures Manual and the Radioactive Materials License. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is accountable to the Radiation Safety Officer for ensuring all regulations are in compliance in the Department. Provides services using radioisotopes to assist in the diagnosis or treatment of disease. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist demonstrates knowledge of the human structure and functions, patient care, positioning, principles of nuclear medicine, radiation protection and specialized techniques. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary of medical ethics.

• Participates in providing patient specific care standards as directed, and follows service excellence standards to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction.
• Consistently produce scans of optimal diagnostic quality on patients ranging from Neonatal to Geriatric.
• Follow established protocols for imaging and isotopes dosage; adjusts when appropriate for age or disease.
• Operate all Nuclear Medicine cameras, computers and related equipment, efficiently and effectively.
• Complete quality scans in a timely manner, effectively organizing and prioritizing workflow.
• Demonstrate proficiency in scanning trauma, acute & challenging patients; possess skill to modify positioning and scanning factors when standard cannot be performed.
• Possess knowledge of disease processes, adequately image these findings and communicate them to the Radiologist.
• Perform radioactive therapy procedures according to Nuclear Medicine Policies and Procedures and the Radioactive Material License.
• Employ techniques to minimize radiation exposure by adhering to the ALARA program.
• Adhere to radiation plan, consistently demonstrates an awareness of radiation safety practices.
• Explain procedures to patients and family in terms they understand, attempts to clarify any misconceptions.
• Maintain awareness of patient safety, patient privacy, confidentiality and dignity at all times.

What qualifications you will need:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Associate Degree
• (CNMT) Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, or (ARRT-R) Radiography- required
• (RT) Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer- required

Benefits

St. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

St. David's Medical Center, part of St. David's HealthCare, is a comprehensive medical facility with three locations: St. David's Medical Center, Heart Hospital of Austin, and St. David's Georgetown Hospital. Located in Central Austin, St. David's Medical Center features a 371-bed acute care hospital and a 64-bed rehabilitation hospital, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services.

The hospital provides a full spectrum of women's services, including a renowned Level IV maternity unit, maternal-fetal medicine, and a high-risk maternal and neonatal transport team. It also boasts the region's largest Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and offers outpatient breast imaging services through Solis Mammography, which is situated on-site. Additionally, the facility includes a 24-hour emergency department and a comprehensive stroke center.

St. David's Medical Center specializes in treating high-acuity surgical patients, offering complex procedures such as spine surgeries, total joint replacements, advanced surgical oncology, bariatric surgery, and general surgery. It is also home to the esteemed Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute. The hospital has earned accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Magnet® hospital, the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing practice and quality patient care.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status