Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Imaging

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Imaging at Christus Health summary : The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs routine and advanced imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and compliance with regulatory standards. They support workflow efficiency, troubleshoot equipment issues, manage image processing and archiving systems, and participate in ongoing education and quality assurance. This role requires licensure, adherence to radiation safety protocols, and collaboration with healthcare staff to promote optimal patient care and physician satisfaction. 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 Louisiana : LRT (N) or (F) by LSRTBE New Mexico : NMT by MIRTP NMED BLS required Work Schedule : PRN Work Type : Per Diem As Needed Keywords : nuclear medicine technologist, medical imaging, radiology technology, PACS, radiopharmaceuticals, imaging procedures, patient safety, radiation safety, nuclear medicine certification, quality assurance