Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Company: Parkland Health and Hospital System
Location: Plano
Posted on: February 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description 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. Minimum Specifications Education Must
be a graduate of an accredited college program in Nuclear Medicine
Technology, Science, or other allied health care field. Experience:
All experience levels considered.
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 (BLS Level) 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.
Requisition ID: 985104
Keywords: Parkland Health and Hospital System, North Richland Hills , Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Healthcare , Plano, Texas
