Nuclear Radiology Technologist - Specialist - PRN at Texas Childrens Hospital

We're searching for a Nuclear Radiology Specialist, someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position you will integrate scientific knowledge; technical skills, patient interaction, and compassionate care resulting in diagnostic information, and recognize patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. The Specialist must demonstrate a detailed understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. Nuclear Radiology Specialist must maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure techniques. They must possess, utilize, maintain and enhance knowledge of radiation safety and protection for self, patients, and others. The Nuclear Radiology Specialist prepares, administers and document activities related to mediation in accordance with state regulations and institution policy. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties such as medication contraindications, patient risk for reaction to medications, patient history, laboratory results, insufficient patient preparation, or artifacts. Based on order, determines the type and dose of contrast agent to be administered based on patient's age, weight and medical/physical status. Anticipates and responds to patients' needs throughout the entire encounter. Provides clear and detailed information regarding the procedure to the patient, family, and others. Working independently performs routine and complex, portable, STAT, urgent, on-call and intraoperative cases, while accurately demonstrating anatomy and pathology through proper diagnostic scanning and positioning. Expert knowledge of information management systems. Demonstrates systems functionalities, accurately performs functions independently, and serves as a resource to others. Accurately and independently perform procedures, identify and resolve issues. Seek experience and knowledge in the technical area to gain expertise. Positions self in challenging situations and responds with confidence, professionalism, and accuracy in the face of multiple demands and shifting priorities. Build rapport and facilitate communication outside of the department. Networking, coordinating activities, become a sought after contacting the person within the working group. Skills