DescriptionSummary:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for coordinating and performing diagnostic medical imaging procedures utilizing radiopharmaceutical and medical imaging equipment. Professional and departmental protocols are followed to provide the physician diagnostic images to identify and/or plan appropriate treatment for the patient’s condition. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organizations mission, values and culture.
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women’s services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Adheres to standards for radiation safety and for appropriate waste separation and disposal of radioactive agents by performing specific tasks mandated by Federal, State and Hospital policies.
- Documents daily all calibrations and flood films for all Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment, Dose Calibrator accuracy check, Hot Lab area survey, dispensed pharmaceuticals and radioactive source disposal.
- Practices safe handling of radio nuclides and radiation safety procedures at all times.
- Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals, as prescribed by the Physician, by adhering to established procedures.
- Performs periodic quality control tests, documenting according to Hospital policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates adherence to the CORE Values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
Experience
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Current State Licensure required
- BLS required
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist registration from ARRT or NMTCB required
Work Schedule:
Varies
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Imaging Nuclear MED - PRN at Christus Health summary:
A Nuclear Medicine Technologist coordinates and performs diagnostic imaging procedures using radiopharmaceuticals and medical equipment to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment planning. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, documentation of equipment calibration, and preparation of radiopharmaceuticals as per physician prescriptions. The technologist upholds the standards and values of the healthcare organization while ensuring patient safety and high-quality imaging results.
Keywords:
Nuclear Medicine, Radiopharmaceuticals, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Imaging, Radiation Safety, Healthcare, Technologist, Patient Care, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Quality Control
