HVC Nuclear Med Tech (PRN)

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital • Lake Charles, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Med Tech works closely with the Radiation Safety Officer to prepare, document, and administer diagnostic doses of radiopharmaceuticals in the performance of clinical nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures. This role involves overseeing patient care, handling radioactive materials, performing quality assurance, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The position requires competence in venipuncture, clear communication of patient status, equipment quality control, and efficient performance of routine exams. The technologist must be able to obtain patient history, operate computer systems, and maintain radiation safety protocols and a clean work area. This is a PRN (as needed) position.

Requirements

• Registered Nuclear Technologist with the American Registry of Radiological Technologies.
• Basic Math skills that include physics and chemistry.
• ARRT, or Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
• Must be licensed in Nuclear Medicine with the State of Louisiana.
• CPR certified.
• Ability to communicate with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
• Requires emotional stability and resilience.
• Must be adaptable to change and receptive to delegated responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the care of all assigned patients.
• Radioactive material handling and protection.
• Perform department QA measures and cath lab correlations.
• Participates in ongoing performance improvements.
• Keep department compliant with JCAHO and ICANL regulations/requirements.
• File reports and communicate with hospitals and other offices as needed.
• Competent in venipuncture techniques.
• Consistently communicates abnormal variances of data (vital signs, pain) to appropriate staff.
• Performs QC protocols on all equipment.
• Performs routine scheduled exams in a timely fashion.
• Be able to obtain pertinent patient history and documentation.
• Be able to operate a variety of computer systems necessary to daily patient handling.
• Understands and maintains radiation safety protocols.
• Maintain clean, well stocked area routinely.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunity to be part of an organizational culture that supports exceptional patient care.
• Opportunity to be part of an organizational culture that supports the well-being and professional growth of employees.
• Contributions are valued.
• Growth is nurtured.
• Success is celebrated.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree