Nuclear Medicine Technologist II
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
Baylor St. Lukes Medical Center is an 1045 bed facility located in the Texas medical center. A joint venture with Baylor College of Medicine Baylor St. Lukes is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care neuroscience oncology transplantation and more. The hospital is home to the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center a nationally-accredited and NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. Our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experiencemodeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients visitors staff and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care research and education.
As our Nuclear Medicine Technologist II you will be a specialized healthcare professional vital in providing diagnostic and therapeutic services through the precise application of radionuclides.
Every day you will expertly perform Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing radionuclides to produce high-quality images and data for licensed practitioners. Youll ensure appropriate patient care recognize conditions essential for successful procedures administer radiopharmaceuticals operate equipment and adhere to strict radiation safety.
To be successful in this role demands current certification advanced technical expertise and an exceptional eye for detail coupled with a thorough understanding of radiation safety. Your compassionate patient care and dedication to precise imaging will be essential.
- Demonstrated mastery of all Tech I Accountabilities / Responsibilities and have complete a minimum of 1 year service in the Tech 1 position
- Perform invitro/invivo studies as outlined in the nuclear medicine procedure manuals. Make determinations of the validity of the data collected before submission for interpretation
- Mentor new employees and students on the proper use of the camera / computer systems study procedures
- Appropriately and professionally react to process or procedure deviations.
- Assists with the formal clinical/technical education process of the department by preparing and presenting 2 staff inservices per year on a topical subject
- Independently perform all Functions regarding the safe and compliant operation of the radiopharmacy and all associated documentation. Educate and mentor qualified staff on proper radio pharmacy procedures
- Two (2) years Nuclear Medicine experience upon hire
- Medical Radiographer: TX upon hire and
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology upon hire and
- Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association
Required Experience:
IC
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