Nuclear Medicine Technologist II

About the role

Perform nuclear medicine procedures. Guide and mentor Nuclear Medicine Technologist I and students. Provide accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine procedures
• Assist with diagnostic or therapeutic interventions
• Provide direct assistance to physicians during procedures
• Proactively assess, identify and respond to patient needs
• Provide accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members
• Follow safety standards and conduct imaging procedures accordingly
• Identify opportunities for corrective action and process improvement
• Ensure all imaging equipment has had quality control performed and is in safe working order
• Assist with implementation and education of department based safety initiatives and standards of practice
• Provide accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures
• Use resources efficiently; do not waste supplies
• Manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks
• Participate in special projects, department initiatives or shared governance activities

Requirements

• Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
• Three years’ experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA)
• CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV
• Must have one of the following: ARRT-N - Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Tech (ARRT), CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB)

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers
• Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging / difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team
• Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• Criminal justice, security or related experience preferred
• Security Officer state license: Security Officer Non-Commissioned, submission of application within 14 days

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

5-8-hour shifts working Monday to Friday from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm Call and holidays required.

Non-exempt

Supplemental Requirements

• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• Business professional: No
• Other (department approved): Yes
• On Call*: Yes
• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area

Company Profile

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.