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.

The staff technologist works closely with the leadtechnologistcoordination the daily operations and functions of Nuclear Medicine Services.

He/Sheis responsible forall QC/QA on equipment and patient doses. In the absence of the Lead Technologist, he/she will assume the duties of the lead technologist.

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

• Assesses performance of quality control procedures and documentationregardingequipment 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.

• Orderssuppliesas necessary.

• Knowledgeable about departmental and RRMC policies and procedures.

• Assists or performs any duties thatthe charge technologist delegates.

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

• Calibrates equipment.

• Assesses patient’sunderstandingofexamand informed consent.

• Performs diagnostic exams on patients as prescribed by physician.

• Uses scanners or scintillation cameras for detection of radiation emitted to produceimageoforgan.

• Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters,scalersand scintillation detectors.

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

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

• Assesses,evaluate sand informs physician of changes inpatient’scondition during testing.

• Instructs and preparespatientforexam.

• 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 andmaintainsquality 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 tothe following age groups: neonate, pediatric, adolescent,geriatric and general population.

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

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

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology

• Current Louisiana State Licensure

• CurrentNMTCB orARRTCertification

• BCLSfor Healthcare Providers to be completed within
  30 daysof hire

• ACLSfor Healthcare Providers to be completed within
  30 daysof hire

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

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Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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