Location: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, Marble Falls TX
Dept: Radiology
Schedule: Full Time Days
Bonus: $ 10,000
Relocation: Paid in lump sum, amount is based on distance
Our population is mostly geriatric. We offer X-ray, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound and echocardiology services. We have 2 x-ray rooms, 1 fluoroscopy room, 1 CT room, 1 MRI room, 1 Nuc Med camera, and 3 Ultrasound rooms. XR/CT 10-20 exams per day. US 10/day, NM 3/day, NM 3-4/day. Small hospital with a lot of capabilities like pacemaker MRI. Team dynamics and professional development
Marble Falls nestled in the Heart of the Texas hill Country, is part of the Highland Lakes on the Colorado River. Surrounded by state parks, natural wonders and dozens of wineries. A family-friendly community of about 7K population. Quaint downtown lined with shops, antiques and restaurants. Swim, fish, kayak or canoe in Lake Marble Falls or get moving on hike and bike trails. Only 45 minutes away from Austin or San Antonio, for some occasional weekend getaways. Enjoy the tranquility of driving through our scenic hill country roads, where you can enjoy viewing the Bluebonnets during their blooming season.

ABOUT US

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what’s right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

JOB SUMMARY

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NM Tech) performs nuclear medicine, PET, and theranostic procedures. They work under a Radiologist’s supervision. These procedures are for ambulatory and hospital patients. A physician or licensed provider requests them for diagnosing disease and injury. They follow established protocols.

• Quality Assurance: Performs high-quality nuclear medicine, PET, and theranostic procedures according to exam protocol. Evaluates the quality of imaging procedures and follows established standards. Maintains equipment by performing quality control as required by imaging manufacturers, RAM, or ACR. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment capabilities.
• Caring Practices: Communicates with patients to identify service needs, ensure the correct exam is performed, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family, following HIPAA, about the test and assesses the patient’s ability to tolerate the exam.
• Patient Safety: Explains the procedure thoroughly to put patients at ease. Protects patients and team members by following safety requirements, infection-control, protocols, and techniques. Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, and moving equipment into position. Uses proper aseptic or sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive procedures. Maintains hand hygiene requirements.
• Radiation Safety: Safeguards patients, team members, and themselves by following all radiation safety rules, policies, and techniques. Verifies the correct radioactive drug for the exam or treatment. Screens patients for pregnancy status before the exam or treatment. Safely administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications per protocol. Educates patients on radiation safety techniques before and after the exam or treatment. Safely follows radiation disposal guidelines.
• Collaboration: Reports issues to leadership or the appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory and ordering radiopharmaceuticals for patient care and Q.C. Works with colleagues, nursing partners, medical staff, and Radiologists. Ensures accurate transfer of patient images to the BSWH PACS for clinical review and dictation by physician partners.