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Texas Health Resources Nuclear Medicine Specialist PRN in Bedford, Texas
Nuclear Medicine Specialist PRN
Nuclear Medicine Specialist PRN/ Rotating Shift
Texas Health HEB’s Radiology Nuclear department is looking for a top skilled Nuclear Medicine Specialist. Is that you?
Work location: Texas Health HEB: 1600 Hospital Parkway Bedford, TX 76022
Work hours: PRN (As Needed) Rotating Shift; ability to perform on call is preferred
Department highlights:
Full-service Radiology dept includes CT, Nuc Med, MRI, Ultrasound (OB/GYN, vascular and procedures included), Radiology (portables, Fluoro and OR)
Fast- paced environment
Team Oriented
Diverse Team
1.5T magnet
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford is a 296-bed, acute-care facility serving Northeast Tarrant County since 1973. With more than 550 physicians on its medical staff, hospital services include outpatient surgery, women’s services, a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a dedicated oncology unit and cardiac rehabilitation. Texas Health HEB recently received a dual accreditation as a Cycle IV Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure Center by the Society of Chest Pain Centers, is certified as a Primary Stroke Center and a designated "Baby Friendly" facility by WHO and UNICEF. Our location brings the best of suburban living, offering you the benefits of convenience and solid career opportunities.
Here’s What You Need
Education
Other Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology or nuclear medicine required Or
Associate's Degree preferred
Experience
- 2 years in nuclear medicine preferred
Licenses and Certifications
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Nuclear Medicine upon hire required Or
CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist upon hire required And
CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist either by the TDH or TMB upon hire required And
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required
What You Will Do
Imaging Procedures, Quality and Processing
Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam
Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest
Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations
Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors
Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique
Patient Care
Uses multidisciplinary, team-oriented actions
Assesses and recognizes the patients emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions
Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies)
Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures
Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID
Equipment Operation and Maintenance
Adjusts technical factors
Operates, cares for and maintains equipment
Applies knowledge of physics and accessories
Troubleshoots and properly documents equipment malfunction
Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards between patients (injectors, table tops, floors)
Professional Accountability and Partnership
Maintains and enhances technical skills and technology advancement
Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email in a timely manner
Identifies, troubleshoots and initiates quality improvement
Manages time and re-prioritizes as necessary
Performs any assignment deemed necessary by supervisor
Additional perks of being a Texas Health Nuclear Medicine Specialist:
You’ll enjoy top-notch benefits including 401(k) Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.
At Texas Health, our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture make Texas Health a great place to work.
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
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