Nuclear Medicine-Rad Tech

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Nuclear Medicine-Rad Tech? At Rapides Regional Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The staff technologist works closely with the lead technologist coordination the daily operations and functions of Nuclear Medicine Services. He/She is responsible for all QC/QA on equipment and patient doses. In the absence of the Lead Technologist, he/she will assume the duties of the lead technologist.  

What you will do in this role:

• Works with the charge technologist to coordinate the daily patient flow and functions of Nuclear Medicine Services.  

• Assesses performance of quality control procedures and documentation regarding equipment checks as well as calibrations on pharmaceutical tagging  

• Assures proper receipt, handling and disposal of radioactive materials according to regulations and policies.  

• Proficient in performing all exams and can assume the duties of the charge technologist in his/her absence.  

• Orders supplies as necessary.  

• Knowledgeable about departmental and RRMC policies and procedures.  

• Assists or performs any duties that the charge technologist delegates.  

• Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceuticals and materials; calculates and administers doses under the direct supervision of a Radiologist.  

• Calibrates equipment.  

• Assesses patient’s understanding of exam and informed consent.  

• Performs diagnostic exams on patients as prescribed by physician.  

• Uses scanners or scintillation cameras for detection of radiation emitted to produce image of organ.  

• Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectors.  

• Follows radiation safety techniques and policies in the use and disposal of radioactive materials.  

• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and general population.  

• Assesses, evaluates and informs physician of changes in patient’s condition during testing.  

• Instructs and prepares patient for exam.  

• Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing exams.  

• Understands contraindications and potential hazards of different labs.  

• Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.  

• Takes calls according to monthly schedules, after regular department hours.  

• Compiles and maintains quality assurance information.  

• Interacts professionally with patient/family.  

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the following age groups: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and general population.  

• Modifies job duties and communicates with customers in an age appropriate manner.  

• Assesses the patient’s pain and involves the patient in effective management of the pain using age appropriate interventions.  

  What qualifications you will need: 

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology  

• Current Louisiana State Licensure  

• Current NMTCB or ARRT Certification  

• BCLS for Healthcare Providers to be completed within 30 days of hire  

• ACLS for Healthcare Providers to be completed within 30 days of hire  

Benefits

Rapides Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits  for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,  including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work  programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support  through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits  for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Nuclear Medicine-Rad Tech opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.