Description Summary : The Nuclear Medicine
Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced
imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging
technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and
efficient patient flow. The technologist will demonstrate
flexibility by working other shifts and / or at other campuses as
needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot
basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to
image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to
participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances
within their scope of licensure. The technologists will adhere to,
and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by
management. Observe radiation, personnel, and patient safety
measures. Maintains radiation safety protocol while handling
radionuclides and pharmaceuticals used in the department. Completes
daily logs and periodic tests performed as required by the license.
Behavior and communication skills must align with the
organization's mission, values, and culture. Responsibilities :
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies :
Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies
with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance,
confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability. Promotes staff
growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with
management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work
environment. Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by
providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring
physicians. Performs all duties in a manner that protects the
confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any
confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance
of assigned job duties. Appropriately adapt assigned patient
assessment, treatment, and / or care methods to accommodate the
unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific,
and other developmental needs of each patient served. Ensures
compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as
deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and
other regulatory entities. Performs examinations / procedures as
needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the
Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and / or documented
competencies. Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and
at other campuses as needed or required. Ensures completed exams
are scanned and stored correctly in PACS. Ability to follow PACS
downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s)
or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the
Director / Manager and / or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate
follow-up. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements :
Education / Skills Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology
Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience 1 year of experience in a clinical nuclear medicine
setting preferred Basic computer experience required Licenses,
Registrations, or Certifications Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) by
ARRT or NMTCB required State Licensure required -Texas : MRT by TMB
BLS required Work Schedule : TBD Work Type : Per Diem As Needed EEO
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Nuclear Medicine • Lake Charles, LA, Calcasieu County, LA; Louisiana, United States