Cardiovascular Institute of the South·St. George, Louisiana
Perform cardiac PET/CT procedures and nuclear imaging to produce diagnostic images for licensed practitioners. Administer radiopharmaceuticals and maintain radiation safety protocols while providing compassionate patient care.
Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.
Provide healthcare services using radionuclides for diagnosis and treatment.
Perform cardiac PET/CT procedures, nuclear imaging, and related techniques to produce images for interpretation by licensed practitioners.
Apply professional judgment and uphold medical ethics during all procedures.
Deliver appropriate patient care, recognizing conditions essential for successful procedure outcomes.
Operate and maintain imaging and radiation detection equipment.
Administer radiopharmaceuticals/medications as prescribed, following state statutes and institutional policy.
Ensure radiation safety protocols are followed for patients, self, and others.
How You’ll Drive Our Mission Forward
Collaborate with practitioners by corroborating patient histories with procedures to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Prepare patients through clear instructions, cooperation-building, and anxiety minimization.
Optimize patient positioning and comfort to ensure high-quality imaging results.
Evaluate image quality and confirm accurate patient identification for each study.
Provide both physical and emotional support to patients during procedures.
Maintain required certifications, including HazMat and BLS, to support operational and safety standards.
Perform venipunctures and respond to emergency situations with basic life support when necessary.
Uphold CIS’s patient philosophy through compassionate, ethical, and skillful care delivery.
What Makes You a Great Match
Licensed by the State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners in nuclear medicine and/or radiology in the state where work is performed.
Registered with NMTCB and/or ARRT.
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS).
Committed to ongoing professional development through continuing education.
Skilled in communication with patients, peers, and practitioners.
Experienced in Nuclear Medicine imaging, radiation protection principles, and radiopharmaceutical preparation/administration. Cardiac PET/CT experience is a plus.
Flexible and willing to assist in other clinics or roles as needed.
Able to work with professionalism, empathy, and attention to patient safety and comfort.
PET/CT preferred.
Must be licensed by the State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners and registered with NMTCB and/or ARRT. BLS certification is required, and experience in Nuclear Medicine imaging is essential.
Market context
In Louisiana, PET/CT Nuclear Medicine Technologist roles are typically driven by hospital and outpatient imaging demand, especially where advanced diagnostic services are expanding. These positions are competitive because employers usually want state licensure, NMTCB and/or ARRT registration, BLS, and prior Nuclear Medicine imaging experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit and save time on manual job-description research; a practical next step is to verify your credentials and highlight PET/CT or Nuclear Medicine imaging cases in your application.
