Per Diem Nuclear Medicine Technologist: Advanced Imaging

Mission Regional Medical Center; Mission (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Mission Regional Medical Center seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures and therapeutic treatments using radioactive materials in a per diem capacity. The role involves supporting patient care in a busy hospital setting with flexible hours and shift variability.

The ideal candidate holds a current state license, ARRT/NMTCB certification, and has radiology experience. Strong anatomy knowledge and computer skills are essential for accurate imaging and safety.

Qualifications

• Current State Nuclear Medicine License issued by CDPH, ARRT or NMTCB Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
• One year of acute, clinical radiology experience is preferred.
• At least one year of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist preferred.
• Knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology is required.
• Graduate of a program accredited by ARRT.
• Current BCLS (AHA) required.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex patient cases and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored imaging plans and treatment strategies.
• Operate ultrasound machines to produce real-time images of patients' internal organs, tissues, and blood flow, selecting imaging techniques and settings to capture clear images.
• Use a handheld transducer (probe) to transmit high-frequency sound waves and capture echoes to create images, adjusting parameters to obtain multiple views.
• Interpret ultrasound images in real-time to assess organ structure and function, and communicate findings to radiologists or physicians.
• May perform Doppler ultrasound studies to evaluate blood flow and detect abnormalities such as occlusions or stenosis.
• Proficient in using advanced imaging techniques such as contrast-enhanced ultrasound or ultrasound-guided procedures (biopsies, aspirations, injections, thoracentesis, and paracentesis).
• Perform a wider range of ultrasound examinations across obstetric, gynecologic, vascular, abdominal, cardiac, or musculoskeletal systems.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

Program accredited by ARRT

Tools

Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment

Job description

Mission Regional Medical Center seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures and therapeutic treatments using radioactive materials in a per diem capacity. The role involves supporting patient care in a busy hospital setting with flexible hours and shift variability.

The ideal candidate holds a current state license, ARRT/NMTCB certification, and has radiology experience. Strong anatomy knowledge and computer skills are essential for accurate imaging and safety.