Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Medical City Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX 76104
Posted 9 months ago
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Job Type(s)
Full Time Part Time
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Industry
Healthcare
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Job Description
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Description
Introduction
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Tech? At Medical City Fort Worth, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Benefits
Medical City Fort Worth, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Tech like you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary and Qualifications
OurNuclear Medicine Technologistperforms a variety of duties in preparingpatientsfor scans of particular organs to furnish diagnostic information andmeasures concentrationof radioactive isotopes in specified body areas.The commitment to service, safety and professionalism is critical to achieving the best experience for our patients.Come join our team of dedicated professionals that are committed to delivering the best patient care.
What You Will DoInThis Role:
- You will check patient charts for needed exam and tests.
- You will prepare patients for exams administers pre-medication, radioactive isotopes and transfers patient to examining table.
- You will scan the patient making proper settings on the gamma camera.
- You will read or survey the amount of radiation given off by certain radioactive material shipped to the department.
- You will record every radioactive isotope for inspection by the Bureau of Radiation Control.
- You will record information on patient history and examination.
- You will assist in administering I-131 therapy and maintain I-131 therapy schedule, record scan and test results.
- You will order radioactive isotopes in a timely manner.
- You will file the patient record and maintain proper charge code and exam.
What Qualifications You Will Need:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- State Registered Radiologic Technician
- Vocational School Graduate
- NMTCB Radiation Safety Certified, or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB), or Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT), or Registered Radiographer (ARRT), or NMTCB Nuclear Cardio Technician
Medical City Fort Worth is a 350+ bed full-service Magnet Designated hospital. It is located in the heart of the medical district. Medical City Fort Worth serves as a tertiary referral center for Tarrant County and many counties within a 90 mile radius. We offer comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services. Our specialties include cardiac care, neurosciences and oncology. We have surgical services, orthopedics, kidney transplants and emergency care. We offer three ER locations, including two off campus ER’s located in Burleson and White Settlement. Medical City Fort Worth is a designated comprehensive stroke center. We are a Joint Commission chest pain center. We are a part of the Medical City network of hospitals. Patients are ensured access to medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations across the network.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
'Good people beget good people.'
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Nuclear Medicine Tech opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Benefit(s)
Education Assistance Flexible Spending Account Pet Insurance Paid time off Family leave Identity Theft Protection Stock Purchase Plan