Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job overview

Nuclear Medicine Technologist at HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center in Houston, TX. This is an onsite, full-time position. Compensation is not specified. Under the direction of a qualified physician, this role directs and supervises all technical aspects of nuclear medicine exams for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician.

What you'll do

• Under the direction of a qualified physician, directs and supervises all technical aspects of nuclear medicine exams for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician. Performs QA/QC procedures when necessary. Helps in other areas of the department when necessary. Perform a variety of tasks involved in operating nuc med equipment to make radiographs of designated body portions. Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines. Assist in or administer radiation to the patient
• operate scanning devices
• perform laboratory tests on body specimens
• dispose of radioactive waste and store radiopharmaceutical waste safely. Calibrate equipment
• and control inventory. Cleans, sterilizes and or disinfects areas and/or equipment. Responsible for proper use of Radiology Information System. Understands and uses CR/PACS systems. Shall be actively involved in the TQM process and present creative solutions to processes. Maintains necessary continuing education requirements for license. Demonstrates professional practice and conduct at all times. Teamwork: Establishes clear objectives and goals for work team. Other tasks as assigned.

What we're looking for

Education

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Experience

ARRT certified

Skills & competencies

nuclear medicine technologist

hca houston healthcare medical center

houston tx

nuclear medicine

imaging

hos

full-time

onsite

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits, Wellbeing support, Time away from work, Savings and retirement resources, Education support

About the employer

HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.