Nuclear Medicine Technologist

About the Role

Come join our team as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Tech PRN. We care for our community!

Responsibilities

• Use radioactive isotopes to perform organ and body scans
• Prepare radioactive isotopes for administration to patients in accordance with physicians' orders; Administer and record dosages as well
• Perform diagnostic studies on patients using scanners or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on photographic film
• Position patients and adjust immobilization devices
• Compassionately explain procedures to patients and address concerns
• Demonstrate competency in the following: Biliary, Brain Spect, Bone Scan, Cardiac, Cisternogram, Colonic Bleed, Prostascint, Gallium, Gastric Emptying, GI Bleed, Indium Scan, Liver, MIBG, Octreoscan
• Monitor, record and communicate utilizing computerized documentation (MEDITECH)
• Assist with transporting patients as needed

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED
• Graduate of a Nuclear Medicine Technologist program (AMA-Approved School)
• Current/Active Florida Department of Health licensure (CRT)
• Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist preferred
• Current registry: NMTCB or ARRT (N)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Knowledge of GAMMA cameras
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbs

Required Skills

• Compassionate patient care
• Technical proficiency in nuclear medicine procedures

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience with computerized documentation systems
• A strong understanding of radiopharmaceuticals

About the Company

HCA Florida Trinity Hospital is a 340 bed hospital serving Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties. We offer specialty services including surgical, oncology and thoracic surgery, heart, vascular, behavioral health and obstetrics services. Our obstetrics services include a NICU and maternal fetal medicine. We offer ER 24/7 facilities for emergency services. We have been recognized as a leapfrog grade 'A' for patient safety. We are an advanced certified primary stroke center. We have earned the Joint Commission’s gold seal for total hips and total knees certification. Our oncology program is an accredited community cancer program. Our healthcare team brings over 50 years in a clinical setting. We have dedication to patient-centered care. Our colleagues are encouraged to learn, grow and thrive in a supportive atmosphere. We celebrate the commitment of our people. We hope you’ll consider our careers at HCA Florida Trinity Hospital.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."

- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Company Benefits

HCA Florida Trinity Hospital offers a 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.
• 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.
• Rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.