Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Houston, Texas
Texas Childrens Hospital - 6651 Main St

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.