Nuclear Medicine Tech

About the role

Location: Burnet, TX. Facility: Seton Highland Lakes Hospital. Department: Nuclear Medicine. Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality diagnostic images as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist by performing complex therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for physician interpretation.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and provide direct patient care while strictly adhering to established safety protocols and radiation protection guidelines.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes through precise positioning and accurate selection of technical anatomic factors.
• Coordinate clinical documentation and image transfers within the EHR and PACS to ensure accuracy in patient history and data.
• Maintain specialized imaging equipment to ensure optimal performance and patient safety throughout the Nuclear Medicine Technologist workflow.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in General Practice credentialed from the Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist Certification Program obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Nuclear Cardiology Technologist (NMTCB-NCT) also accepted.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Nuclear Medicine credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave