Nuclear Medicine Specialist PRNAre you looking for a fulfilling career with an award-winning healthcare system? We’re looking for a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like you to join our Texas Health family.Position Highlights
Work location: Texas Health Cleburne
Work environment: Radiology Nuclear Services
Work hours: PRN Variable Shifts
At Texas Health Cleburne we take seriously our mission to improve the health of those in our community. We are a 137-bed, full-service hospital that has served the Cleburne area since 1986. We provide exceptional care to the communities of Cleburne, Joshua, Godley, Keene, Grandview, Alvarado, Rio Vista and Glen RoseIf you’re looking for surgical services, women’s care, and orthopedics, we’ve got it. Plus we’re an accredited Chest Pain Center and provide outstanding gastroenterology.And talk about award winning. Texas Health Cleburne is a Joint Commission-accredited Top Performer for Quality Care and a designated Pathway to Excellence hospital as well as a Level IV Trauma Center.As part of the Texas Health family, we employ over 24,000 employees and are among the areas top five largest employers. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we continue to provide outstanding care and deliver award winning results. You belong here.Qualifications - External
Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology or nuclear medicine (required) or
Associate’s Degree (preferred)
2 Years in nuclear medicine Preferred
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Nuclear Medicine (required) or
CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (required)
CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist either by the TDH or TMB (required)
BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care (required)
Position ResponsibilitiesImaging Procedures, Quality and Processing
Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam
Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest
Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations
Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors
Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique
Processes and manipulates images, analyzes image quality, troubleshoots, makes technique adjustments or repeat procedures as needed
Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS
Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS
Prints laser images, CD, or sends images from modality, Ambra, or PACS
Coordinates with Scheduling and other modalities for patient care
Patient Care
Uses multidisciplinary, team-oriented actions
Assesses and recognizes the patient’s emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions
Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies)
Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures
Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID
Obtains patient history
Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment
Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient
Administers Radioactive isotopes and other medications in accordance with medication administration guidelines
Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed
Equipment Operation and Maintenance
Adjusts technical factors
Operates, cares for and maintains equipment
Applies knowledge of physics and accessories
Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards between patients (injectors, table tops, floors)
Exchanges and maintenance of film badges within designated time frames
Professional Accountability and Partnership
Maintains and enhances technical skills and technology advancement
Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email in a timely manner
Utilizes ADKAR and CLAK during times of change
Why Texas Health At Texas Health, our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture make THR a great place to work.Here are a few of our recent awards:
2022 FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” (8th year in a row)
Becker's Healthcare "150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare" (4 years running)
“America’s Best Employers for Diversity” list by Forbes
A “100 Best Workplaces for Millennials" by Fortune and Great Place to Work®
Additional perks of being a Texas Health Nuclear Medicine Specialist
Gain a sense of accomplishment by contributing in a teamwork environment
Positively impact patients’ quality of life
Receive excellent mentorship, comprehensive training and dedicated clinical leadership resources
Enjoy opportunities for growth
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Full-time