Job Description
One year imaging experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/PET
Required Education: Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or related field.
Performs patient care activities within professional scope of practice, including but not limited to: POCT, IV insertion, patient interview, assessment, discharge, phone education/confirmation, patient transportation, and preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals.
Ensures patient, family, staff, and visitor safety by monitoring the environment.
a. Safely screens patients and manages clinical and research-driven evaluations for implanted devices to obtain imaging clearance, including patient event reporting (UHC/PSN) and Stop the Line.
b. Maintains strict control of access to clinical areas (e.g., Hot Lab, technical, supply areas).
c. Follows ALARA safety guidelines, with specific focus on high-energy cyclotron- and generator-produced PET radiopharmaceuticals.
Recognizes signs of patient distress and initiates or assists with emergency response teams (nurse/physician, DIURT, MERIT, Code Blue).
Adheres to all infection control practices.
a. Utilizes sterile or aseptic technique where applicable.
b. Handles contrast media and delivery equipment per manufacturer and division standards, administering contrast agents in accordance with the six rights of medication administration (Right Patient, Route, Dose, Time, Medication, Documentation).
Any Specific Mandate skill required
Participates in ongoing learning activities and applies knowledge in practice.
Fosters a supportive learning environment by contributing to education of patients, families, faculty, radiology residents, coworkers, volunteers, and students.
a. Coaches and mentors others on job-specific functions.
b. Provides leadership and training to students, technologists, and staff.
Suggests opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce supply or equipment waste.
Adheres to Joint Commission standards and applicable state and federal licensure requirements.
Maintains required licensure and certifications.
HL01
Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- • Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (9:00 AM–6:00 PM) and Saturday (6:00 AM–3:00 PM). Each shift is 8 hours with a one-hour lunch break.
- • Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB).
- • Licensed by the Texas Medical Board (TMB) as a Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT).
- • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Work Location: In person
