Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Nuclear Medical Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeGranbury, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

0–2 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical or hospital setting.
Proficiency in nuclear medicine imaging techniques, radiopharmaceutical preparation, and radiation safety procedures.
Knowledge of Nuclear Regulatory Commission, state, and federal regulations for nuclear medicine and radiation protection.
Ability to recognize abnormal scan results and identify technical errors to improve imaging accuracy.
Effective communication and patient care skills to ensure patient comfort and understanding throughout procedures.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, particularly in equipment calibration and image optimization.
Attention to detail in record-keeping, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with radiologists, cardiologists, and other healthcare providers.
A state-required license as a Radiologic Technologist, as applicable.
Nuclear medicine technologist certification through ARDMS or ARRT, or certification through NMTCB.
Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies according to established protocols and physician orders to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals intravenously or orally in accordance with safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and facility policies.
Assess patients before procedures by verifying identification, screening for contraindications, and confirming the appropriateness of the exam.
Operate and calibrate nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and PET scanners, to ensure optimal image acquisition and quality control.
Perform routine quality control checks on imaging equipment and maintain accurate documentation for Nuclear Regulatory Commission or state regulatory compliance.
Handle, store, and dispose of radioactive materials in accordance with radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
Apply knowledge of disease abnormalities and physiological processes to determine when additional imaging views or modifications are needed to improve diagnostic accuracy.
Respond to and report isotope spills in accordance with radiation safety officer protocols and regulatory reporting guidelines.
Provide patients and family members with clear instructions, explaining procedures, potential side effects, and post-procedure care as needed.
Document procedures, radiopharmaceutical usage, and patient interactions in the electronic medical record accurately and in accordance with facility policies.
Collaborate with department leadership, radiologists, and vendors to update protocols on nuclear medicine scanners.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.

Desired Qualifications

2–4 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care hospital setting.

Job Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I is responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under the supervision of a physician. This role includes preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, operating imaging equipment, ensuring radiation safety, and maintaining accurate records in compliance with regulatory standards. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I collaborates with Radiologists, Cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic imaging and high-quality patient care.

Essential Functions

Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies, following established protocols and physician orders to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously or orally, adhering to safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and facility policies.
Assesses patient condition before procedures, verifying proper identification, screening for contraindications, and ensuring the appropriateness of the exam.
Operates and calibrates nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and PET scanners, ensuring optimal image acquisition and quality control.
Performs routine quality control (QC) checks on imaging equipment and maintains accurate documentation for Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or state regulatory compliance.
Ensures proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials, following all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrates knowledge of disease abnormalities and physiological processes, recognizing when additional imaging views or modifications are needed to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
Responds to and reports isotope spills, ensuring compliance with radiation safety officer (RSO) protocols and regulatory reporting guidelines.
Provides clear instructions to patients and family members, explaining the procedure, potential side effects, and post-procedure care as needed.
Documents all procedures, radiopharmaceutical usage, and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR), ensuring accuracy and compliance with facility policies.
Collaborates with department leadership, Radiologists, and vendor(s) to update protocols on the NucMed scanners.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-2 years of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical or hospital setting required
2-4 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in nuclear medicine imaging techniques, radiopharmaceutical preparation, and radiation safety procedures.
Strong knowledge of NRC, state, and federal regulations for nuclear medicine and radiation protection.
Ability to recognize abnormal scan results and identify technical errors to improve imaging accuracy.
Effective communication and patient care skills, ensuring comfort and understanding throughout procedures.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, particularly in equipment calibration and image optimization.
Attention to detail in record-keeping, documentation, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with radiologists, cardiologists, and other healthcare providers.

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
(N) ARDMS or ARRT - Nuclear Med Tech required or
NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Tech required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Franklin, TN
Founded: 1985

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