Nuclear Med Technician - Nuclear Cardiology - FT - 1st Shift

Huntsville Hospital Health System • Huntsville, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs exercise and pharmacologic stress tests for nuclear cardiology procedures. Works with and around radioactive materials. Administers medications as prescribed and under the supervision of a physician. These medications include, but are not limited to, adenosine, Dobutamine, regadenoson, atropine, aminophylline, nitroglycerine, metoclopramide and sodium chloride.

Requirements

• HS/GED required.
• Ability to communicate in English with people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to use effective interpersonal relation skills when working with a variety of people and situations.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and adjust to continuing changes in the daily work schedule.
• Basic computer and keyboard skills required.
• Must be able to display positive attitude, cheerfulness, and the willingness to assist when communicating with the public.
• Healthcare Provider BCLS is required within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• College level course work, specifically in medical or science related fields.
• Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT), LPN, or EMT II is preferred.
• One-year experience in the cardiology field preferred.
• Experience in 12-lead electrocardiograms and/or stress testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs exercise and pharmacologic stress tests for nuclear cardiology procedures.
• Works with and around radioactive materials.
• Administers medications as prescribed and under the supervision of a physician.
• Accurate performance & reporting of diagnostic procedures.
• Type for administrative, technical, and procedure related purposes.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• flexible spending
• short term and long term disability
• several retirement account options with 401K organization match
• nurse residency program
• tuition assistance
• student loan reimbursement
• On-site training and education opportunities
• Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!
• childcare
• health and wellness programs
• an onsite employee pharmacy
• a free health clinic

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees