Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a PRN Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join Parkridge Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare. In this role, you will perform general nuclear medicine and PET CT exams, ensuring the highest level of customer service and image quality. You will also handle radioactive isotopes, maintain accurate records, and support radiation safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform and maintain all accreditations for the hot lab.
• Create a department on-call schedule for staff and supervise nuclear technologists.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for resolving questions and issues.
• Perform nuclear medicine exams following protocols and in a timely manner.
• Receive, calibrate, log, administer, and monitor the decay of radioactive isotopes.
• Provide radiation safety support in the event of a radiation incident or spill.
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records of patients' medical information.
• Coordinate patient flow and ensure all exams are completed as scheduled.
• Inform and educate patients about procedures, answer questions, and provide discharge instructions.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, physicians, patients, and family members.
• Maintain all required licenses, certifications, and accreditations.
• Adhere to facility ICARE values and prepare patients for examinations or treatments.
• Demonstrate technical skills and knowledge in handling radioactive materials.
• Apply knowledge of human growth and development, assessment, and care appropriate to patient ages served.
• Properly measure and dispose of radioactive waste in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine.
• Current registry by CNMT or ARRT (N) is required.
• BLS certification required.
• PET CT experience preferred.

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. Available plans and programs may include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Retirement savings resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

About the Facility

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital near downtown Chattanooga, offering comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. Specialties include cardiovascular surgery, cancer treatment, intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, rehabilitation, a state-of-the-art neurosurgery program, OB-GYN services, a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.