Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Houston, TX
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Title

Nuclear Radiology Specialist

Location

Houston, Texas

Employment Type

Travel Clinical Allied

Contract Length

14 weeks

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (40 hours per week, 8 hours per day)

Job Description

• Perform routine and specialized nuclear radiology procedures as requested by licensed independent practitioners for radiologist interpretation.
• Integrate scientific knowledge, technical skills, patient interaction, and compassionate care to produce diagnostic information.
• Demonstrate detailed understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Maintain high accuracy in patient positioning and exposure techniques.
• Apply and maintain knowledge of radiation safety and protection for self, patients, and others.
• Prepare, administer, and document medication activities according to state regulations and institutional policies.
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked and maintain inventory to facilitate continuous exam flow.
• Confirm patient identity using approved identifiers and verify pregnancy and informed consent status.
• Assess contraindications such as medication risks, patient history, lab results, and preparation adequacy.
• Determine type and dose of contrast agent based on patient age, weight, and medical status.
• Provide age-appropriate care and anticipate/respond to patient needs throughout the procedure.
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required.
• Skills include IV insertion and quality control.
• Operate and troubleshoot nuclear medicine equipment including automated processors, film digitizers, RIS, and PACS.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain confidentiality while interacting with patients, families, and staff.
• Independently scan patients following established protocols.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in Texas
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
• Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT)
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or Nuclear Medicine Technologist registered with ARRT (N-ARRT)
• Technical diploma or graduate of a formal diagnostic radiology program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Additional Information

• Knowledge of nuclear radiology physics and procedures appropriate for patients from infancy through adulthood.
• Understanding of nuclear radiology principles and radiation safety.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and basic office equipment use.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required.