• Nuclear Medicine Technologist II

    Catholic Health Initiatives (Lufkin, TX)


    Responsibilities

    Under the direction of the Medical Director and Director of Imaging Services, performs Nuclear Medince studies, operates diagnostic equipment, and is responsible for the efficient daily operation of the Nuclear Medicine Department.

    Position Responsibitlies:

    1. Surveys the amount of radiation given off by all radioactive dosage prescribed for the patient.

    2. Assists with administering isotope therapy.

    3. Performs nuclear medicine studies on patients according to the specific departmental procedure protocols under the direction of the Medical Doctor.

    4. Prepares equipment ensuring that equipment is operational, safe, and functioning according to diagnostic standards. Peforms periodic QA and ensure requisite documentation.

    5. Ensures that daily equipment and room maintenance are performed before/during/after each procedure, and that special precautions and measures are performed to ensure infection control standards.

    6. Completes all clinical supply inventories, ensuring that each diagnostic room is complete with the necessary supplies required to perform the procedure.

    Qualifications

    Education Required

    Graduated of Nuclear Medicine Technology program from and accredited institution or Graduate of Radiologic Technology program from and accredit institution.

     

    Licensure/Certification Required

     

    BLS certification through and approved AHA program

     

    Licensed as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) with Texas Medical Board & Registered ARRT(N) with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist OR Registered CNMT with Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

    Experience Required

    One (1) year

     

    Preferred

     

    Two (2) years of experience in discipline

     

    Overview

     

    We are offering a $10,000 Sign On Bonus to new hires that meet the eligibility requirements.

     

    St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital in Lufkin, TX, paves the way for quality innovative health care in East Texas. With hospitals in Lufkin, Livingston, and San Augustine, St. Luke’s Health provides more than a quarter of a million patient services each year. Our facility is a collaboration between St. Luke’s Health and a team of specialized physicians focused on General and Interventional Cardiology, Sports Medicine, and Orthopedics, including Total Joint Replacement and Spine Care.

     

    CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

    We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

    + Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

    + Flexible spending accounts

    + Paid Time Off (PTO)

    + Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

    + Matching Retirement Programs

    + Wellness Programs

    Pay Range

    $33.52 - $48.60 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.