Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsHCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
  Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Technologist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job Summary and QualificationsNuclear Medical Technologist Our Imaging Teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. We are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team. As our new Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will perform diagnostic and therapeutic technical procedures utilizing radiopharmaceuticals. You will perform these procedures in a careful, compassionate and respectful manner. We prioritize patient care. If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity.Your tasks and responsibilities may include:
  • You will use radioactive isotopes to perform organ and body scans.
  • You will prepare radioactive isotopes for administration to patients in accordance with physicians' orders. You may administer and record dosages as well.
  • Performs diagnostic studies on patients using scanners or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on photographic film.
  • You will position patients and adjust immobilization devices.
  • You will compassionately explains procedures to patients and addresses concerns.
  • You will monitor, record and communicate utilizing computerized documentation.
  • You may assist with transporting patients.Qualifications:
    • Graduate of a Nuclear Medicine program
    • AART (NM) and/or CNMT Certification
    • Current American Heart Association Certification in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association
    • Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbsHCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital is a 215 bed acute care hospital. We are Joint Commission accredited. We provide emergency, diagnostic, medical and surgical services. We have women's services that include labor and delivery, post-partum and nursery. We are an accredited advanced primary stroke center and chest pain center. We are a certified atrial fibrillation center and an accredited community cancer center. We are a LGBTQ healthcare equality index leader and are the women's choice award for best emergency care for the 4th year in a row. We are a blue distinction center+ for maternity care and are accredited as a breast center with digital imaging and computer aided detection. We are a GYN robotic surgery training epicenter. We have a pelvic pain and incontinence center and an orthopedic center for join replacement and spine surgery. We are located in Pinellas County. St. Petersburg is growing and offers nightlife and outdoor activities. Our hospital has ranked as a top work place by the Tampa Bay Times. We hope you'll consider our careers at HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
      "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
      HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Nuclear Medicine Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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