Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PRN)

Job overview

Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN at St. David's South Austin Medical Center in Cedar Park, TX. This is an onsite, PRN position with compensation not specified. St. David's South Austin Medical Center is part of HCA Healthcare. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist provides services using radionuclides to assist in the diagnosis or treatment of disease, demonstrating knowledge of human structure and functions, patient care, positioning, principles of nuclear medicine, radiation protection, and specialized techniques.

What you'll do

• Perform Nuclear Medicine exams in accordance with SDMC Medical Imaging protocols.
• Administer prescribed pharmaceutical grade radioactive materials to patients as outlined by state/federal regulations.
• Demonstrate appropriate radioactive materials safety measures for self, other staff and patients as outlined by state/federal regulations.
• Explain procedures to patients prior to exam.
• Demonstrate proficiency with equipment used for NM exams (Spect Cameras, and PACS).
• Ensure availability of physician for procedures requiring the administration of medications and supervision.
• Perform duties to maintain department functions such as QC checks.
• Maintain required documentation regarding radioactive materials, both upon receipt and prior to administration.
• Perform surveys and document findings of work area, patient rooms, and radioactive waste storage area at appropriately scheduled intervals.
• Adhere to policies related to Standard Precautions, Infection Control, and Radiation Safety guidelines as described by TDHS and Joint Commission.
• Work with Radiation Safety Officer in maintaining quality control and quality assurance guidelines to ensure all regulatory standards are met, i.e., Texas Dept.
• of Health and Bureau of Radiation Control.

What we're looking for

Education

Graduate from an approved Joint Review Committee on Education Program in Nuclear Medicine Technology program or equivalent.

Experience

One year of experience as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist preferred

Skills & competencies

nuclear medicine technologist

prn

st. david's south austin medical center

cedar park tx

united states

imaging

hos

no weekends

no on-call

Benefits & perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Match, Tuition Assistance

About the employer

St. David's South Austin Medical Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals. Sector: 62.