Coastal Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Imaging Specialist

Adventist Health; Avila Beach (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista in California is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and intravenous therapies for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The role supports imaging procedures and maintains quality control while coordinating patient flow with the care team.

Required licensure and certification include state nuclear medicine licensing and venipuncture certification, with ARRT NM or NMTCB preferred.

Qualifications

• Education and Work Experience: Diploma/certificate from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine: Required
• Bachelor's Degree in nuclear medicine technology or equivalent: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares, administers, and measures radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using radioisotope equipment.
• Prepares stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculates doses to be administered by radiologists.
• Subjects patients to radiation as part of imaging or treatment.
• Executes blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.
• Administers intravenous injections in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation.
• Documents all pertinent information regarding radioactive materials and surveys in accordance with departmental procedures.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Venipuncture

IV Certification

BLS

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Nuclear Medicine

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Adventist Health Sierra Vista in California is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and intravenous therapies for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The role supports imaging procedures and maintains quality control while coordinating patient flow with the care team.

Required licensure and certification include state nuclear medicine licensing and venipuncture certification, with ARRT NM or NMTCB preferred.