Nuclear Medicine Specialist PRN

*Nuclear Medicine Specialist PRN*

_Are 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 Rose

If 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

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 Responsibilities*

Imaging 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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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $38.25 - $57.62 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 40 per week

Schedule:
* 12 hour shift
* On call



Ability to Commute:
* Cleburne, TX 76033 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Cleburne, TX 76033: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person