Nuclear Medicine Technician - PRN

Parkland Health Hospital System
Plano, TX
Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 2nd Floor

Primary Purpose

Responsible for performing nuclear medicine processes according to patient needs; Parkland procedures and other regulatory agency standards.

Education

Must be a graduate of an accredited college program in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Science, or other allied health care field.

Experience

None required

Certification/Registration/Licensure
  • Must have an active permanent or temporary Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Medical Board.
  • Must have current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with certification in Nuclear Medicine (N) or CNMT within 6 months of hire.
  • Must have a current Healthcare Provider CPR course completion card or obtain certification during initial orientation at Parkland from one of the following:
American Heart Association

American Red Cross Rescuer

Military Training Network.

Skills or Special Abilities
  • Must have a thorough working knowledge of the field of nuclear medicine technology, and those aspects of chemistry, physics, mathematics and biomedical sciences that relate to nuclear medicine technology and its growth.
  • Must have basic knowledge of EKG to perform cardiac studies.
  • Must be able to administer intramuscular and intravenous injections and start intravenous lines.
  • Must be able to operate Gamma cameras, including SPECT/CT and PET/CT scanners, nuclear medicine computers, and Cardiac Stress equipment.
  • Must have basic knowledge of nuclear medicine therapeutic treatments.
Responsibilities
  • Performs quality control measures on nuclear medicine equipment and devices including troubleshooting and maintenance ensuring quality management programs for all procedures.
  • Confers with Physicians to determine appropriate procedures, in order to ensure effective operations.
  • Documents all operations of the laboratory including the receipt and disposition of radioactive materials, instrument and procedural quality control data, patient procedures, and medical records. Exercises judgement in the performance of scheduled examinations and procedures to ensure compliance with established guidelines.
  • Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer (internal as well as external) satisfaction. Makes recommendations to management, implements and monitors results as appropriate in the support of the overall goals and mission of the Parkland.
  • Provides clinical instructions for Radiology students and residents to ensure that all health care providers are well informed of all radiologic information.
  • Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in the nuclear medicine field by attending seminars or workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations such as the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, maintaining licensure in Nuclear Medicine from the Texas Department of Health, and integrates this knowledge as appropriate into the job. Takes initiative to share knowledge with staff members.
  • Maintains a positive working relationship with co-workers, physicians, nurses, residents, and patients to ensure interdepartmental cooperation and an efficient flow of information.
  • Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact Nuclear Medicine. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
Job Accountabilities
  • Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department.
  • Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
  • Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Requisition ID: 995394
Posted 2026-06-03

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