Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

The Texas Institute of Cardiology is looking to hire a Part-time/contract nuclear medicine technologist with flexible schedule.

• At least 1 year experience performing Nuclear stress tests/Myocardial Perfusion Imaging.
• ARRT or NMTCB licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• BLS or ACLS certification required.
• Excellent communication skills and compassionate patient care provider.
• Ability to thoroughly explain imaging procedure to patient and answer any questions or concerns regarding study in a clear/concise manner.
• Follow all OSHA and radiation safety procedures.
• Manage hot lab and ensure dose calibrator, well counter, and any other necessary equipment is functioning properly prior to patient arrival.
• Perform all necessary QC on gamma camera.
• Proficiency in IV administration.
• Order appropriate radiopharmaceuticals & administer to patients upon arrival.
• Prep patients for stress tests and perform ECG/EKG monitoring during stress test.
• Ability to detect arrhythmias and ECG/EKG changes during stress test and respond appropriately.
• Experience performing Exercise and Pharmaceutical stress tests.
• Monitor patients during stress test for adverse drug reactions and administer. appropriate medication under physician's direction.
• Ability to thoroughly complete MPI studies in a timely fashion.
• Experience with operating appropriate equipment, such as but not limited to, IS2 pulse Gamma Camera and GE Case treadmill system.
• eClinical Works EMR experience preferred.

Job Type: Part-time. 

Schedule :

• Flexible up to 20hrs per week. 

Work Location: One location