Nuclear Medicine Technologist (3481)

US Heart & Vascular • Houston, TX

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Cardiology Associates is seeking PRN Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologists for Saturday clinics across three office locations. Technologists sign up in advance. This role combines advanced cardiology practice with patient-centered care in a busy private cardiology practice setting.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
• Registered with ARRT or NMTCB.
• Excellent interpersonal and critical-thinking skills.
• Able to work independently in a very busy private cardiology practice setting.
• BLS/CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of PET experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patients to encourage cooperation and optimize test results.
• Prepare stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculate doses, and administer doses under physician direction.
• Perform prescribed diagnostic exams, including Cardiac PET studies, treadmill supervision, and starting IVs.
• Measure radioactivity using Geiger counters, scalers, and scintillation detectors.
• Follow radiation safety techniques when using and disposing of radioactive materials.
• Maintain quality control of all equipment.
• Safeguard the privacy of patient health information.
• Attend required meetings.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed