Fusion Technologist - 8-Hour Day Shift - $10,000 Hiring Incentive!

Baylor Scott & White Health; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Beverly Hills is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Fusion Technologist. This role involves performing advanced PET and CT imaging procedures in a dynamic outpatient setting, with a focus on patient care, quality control, and innovative imaging technology. Candidates must possess relevant degrees and certifications, and will benefit from a generous sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $10,000

Qualifications

• ARRT-R certification required.
• CT and PET certifications from ARRT or NMTCB required.
• California Radiology Tech (CRT) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic PET Imaging functions including radiopharmaceutical preparation.
• Calibrate and maintain imaging equipment, ensuring quality control.
• Process and reformat images obtained from PET/CT modalities.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

PET Imaging

CT Imaging

Radiation Safety

Problem Solving

Education

Associate's Degree/College Diploma from a JRCERT accredited Radiology program

Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Sciences

Job description

Job Description

Would you like to be part of a team of colleagues that employs pioneering, innovative techniques to treat a variety of conditions with less risk, less pain and as little stress as possible? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you. Cedars-Sinai has been recognized as #1 in California and eight years in a row on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll by U.S. News & World Report, 2023-24.

Each year, almost 500,000 inpatient and outpatient exams and procedures are performed and interpreted at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Our radiologists & imaging specialists are board certified by the American Board of Radiology in their respective subspecialties. Our subspecialized imaging physicians, American College of Radiology certified technologists and customer-service oriented staff provide our patients with brand-new imaging technologies and innovative treatment options in a compassionate environment.

We are currently offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus to newly hired Techs!

We are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Fusion Technologist to perform a broad range of PET and CT procedures on a fused scanner. Exams will be conducted at one of our busy outpatient cancer treatment centers in Beverly Hills. The successful candidate will be able to perform all functions associated with diagnostic PET Imaging to include radiopharmaceutical preparation and injection, glucose monitoring, radiation safety, and post processing of data.

Summary of Essential Duties:

• Performs routine and advanced oncological procedures on a PET/CT imaging device and each of its subsets, utilizing knowledge of radiation/imaging scientific principles, technical skills, and well-developed problem-solving capabilities. Routinely rotates between the two disciplines. Performs routine CT and other radiologic studies as needed.
• Operates, calibrates, Quality Controls, and maintains imaging equipment and accessory instruments used in imaging procedures. Performs section specific imaging Quality Control (QC) procedures using established technical factors and image identification.
• Processes and reformats all images, per protocol, obtained from the fused modality, or from each of its subsets.
• Prepares, dispenses, and administers radiopharmaceuticals and related materials in accordance with Cedars-Sinai radioactive materials license and departmental policy and procedure. Handles pharmaceuticals that may be needed during a fusion procedure and ensures that these medications are ordered and administered by a nurse practitioner or licensed physician.

Qualifications

Education:

• Associate's Degree/College Diploma from a JRCERT accredited Radiology program required
• Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Sciences preferred

Certifications/Licensure:

• ARRT-R required
• CT certification from ARRT or NMTCB required
• PET certification from NMTCB required
• California Radiology Tech (CRT) required
• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required

Experience:

• One year of PET and CT experience preferred

Keywords: Nuclear Medicine, PET, CT, Positron Emission Tomography, Computed Tomography, Imaging, Radiation, Oncology, Healthcare, Hospital, Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, California

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.

Req ID : 7719
Working Title : Fusion Technologist - 8-Hour Day Shift - $10,000 Hiring Incentive!
Department : IMG Nuclear Med
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Imaging
Job Specialty : Diagnostic Imaging
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $50.48 - $80.77