Nuclear Medicine Tech

About the role

The NMT conducts radiologic procedures to provide data to assist in the diagnosis of patients. The position's tasks and responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body.
• Under the supervision of a Radiologist, performs x-ray therapy on patients.
• Explains procedures to patients and addresses their concerns.
• Positions patients utilizing immobilization devices.
• May administer barium salts or other chemical mixtures.
• Operates stationary equipment and/or portable equipment used in the Emergency Department, Operating Room and at patient bedside.
• Takes pictures and develops film.
• Maintains computerized documentation systems.
• Utilizes knowledge of age specific needs of patient in performance of duties and responsibilities.
• Orients and mentors new staff members.
• P Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Provides a safe environment for administering contrast material.
• Assists with transporting patients.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Qualifications

• ARRT NMT Certification or NMT Certification
• Current FL state licensure (Dept. of Health)
• BLS Healthcare Provider

Benefits

HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital offers a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retailer education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about schedule are not specified in the job posting.