Nuclear Med Tech

CommonSpirit Health; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for Glendale Memorial Hospital. This role involves performing diagnostic Nuclear Medicine studies, ensuring patient safety, and complying with healthcare regulations. Candidates should have relevant certifications, experience in Radiology/Nuclear Medicine, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as a technologist in a full-service Radiology/Nuclear Medicine Department.
• Ability to perform job-related communication and arithmetic calculations successfully.
• Completion of Radiation Safety/Safety Program courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Nuclear Medicine studies while ensuring patient safety.
• Operate and care for equipment to minimize patient exposure to radiation.
• Evaluate and coordinate responsibilities under pressure.

Skills

Proficiency in RIS/HIS/PACS systems

Medical terminology

Good communication skills

Education

Certification in Nuclear Medicine

Current CPR certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Perform duties in alignment with the organization's mission and policies. Support and comply with the performance improvement plan, TJC, and other licensing, accrediting, and regulatory agencies. Use accepted techniques and practices to provide high-quality Nuclear Medicine studies. Operate and care for equipment safely to ensure proper patient exposure to radiation/radioactive radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic exams. Follow established guidelines for IV and oral radiopharmaceuticals administration to ensure patient safety. Communicate effectively with ancillary areas and internal staff. Evaluate, coordinate, and execute responsibilities under pressure. Resolve customer problems independently and involve supervisors as necessary. Provide professional and quality care to patients across all age groups, following hospital policies, procedures, and standards. Perform other duties as assigned. These statements describe the major functions of the job but are not exhaustive of all work requirements or duties inherent in the role.

Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of experience as a technologist in a full-service Radiology/Nuclear Medicine Department. Proficiency in RIS/HIS/PACS systems, medical terminology, and good communication skills.
• Ability to complete job-related communication and arithmetic calculations successfully. Completion of Radiation Safety/Safety Program courses.
• Certification in Nuclear Medicine issued by the State of California (CNMT), or certification in Nuclear Medicine/Radiological Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT-NM), or certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• Current CPR certification.

Overview

Founded in 1926, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital serving over 35,000 patients annually. The hospital offers comprehensive services including a Level III NICU, heart care, wound care, and surgical services. Glendale Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and a SRC Center of Excellence for Robotic Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. For more information, visit here.

Part of CommonSpirit Health, formed by the merger of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, the health system has over 700 care sites across the U.S., including clinics, hospitals, home-based, and virtual care services. CommonSpirit aims to build healthy communities, advocate for the vulnerable, and innovate healthcare delivery inside and outside hospitals. Our motto: One Community. One Mission. One California.