Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Technologist? At St. David's Georgetown Hospital, 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

St. David's Georgetown Hospital, 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.

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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 Technologist like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Responsible for gathering diagnostic information through the use of radioactive materials administered intravenously; sophisticated radiation detecting, processing and imaging equipment and providing radioactive materials for use by physicians.

Responsibilities for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist

• Perform Nuclear Medicine Procedures in accordance with standards and practice set forth by the Nuclear Medicine Board and Radiology Department policies and procedures.
• Perform nuclear stress testing per facility protocols and physicians specifications.
• Demonstrate knowledge of human anatomy, disease processes and functions, patient care, positioning, principles of nuclear medicine sciences, radiation protection and specialized techniques.
• Monitor the administered radioactive drug in a patients system by tracking it using medical technology equipment such as scanners and computer systems.
• Document all findings pertaining to the radioactive drug administered to the patient and for appropriately handling any adverse events related to the administration of radioactive drugs.
• Manage patient flow to ensure that exams are prioritized appropriately and performed efficiently.
• Communicate pertinent information to interpreting radiologist/cardiologist in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as requested by Director/Manager of Imaging Services.

Qualifications for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate Degree
• Graduate from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program
• Preferred: At minimum 1 year experience as a NM Technologist

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

• State Regulated Radiological Tech or Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT) through the Texas Medical Board
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology (ARRT (N)) OR a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

St. Davids Georgetown Hospital is a comprehensive healthcare facility located north of Austin,
Texas. This medical center features more than 100 patient beds and is known for its
Level IV trauma center, Certified Primary Stroke Center, and Certified Chest Pain
Center. The hospitals range of services include 24-hour emergency care,
inpatient and outpatient surgery, maternity and newborn care, rehabilitation, and more.

St. Davids Georgetown Hospital is part of St. Davids HealthCare, which is one of the
largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. Davids
HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local nonprofits St. Davids Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds 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.'- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Nuclear Medicine Technologist 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.