Nuclear Med Tech

chinesehospital-sf.org; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their Radiology Department. In this full-time role, you will perform essential imaging procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Your responsibilities will include scheduling patients, performing quality assurance tests, and maintaining compliance records. This position offers a competitive hourly rate, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about patient care and have the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team that prioritizes excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year clinical nuclear medicine imaging experience.
• Must hold ARRT registration and be licensed in California.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine technologist duties and ensure patient comfort.
• Conduct quality assurance tests and maintain compliance records.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine Imaging

Patient Care

Quality Assurance

Radiation Safety

Education

ARRT Registration

Licensed in California

BCLS Certification

Tools

Imaging Equipment

Job description

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About This Role

Department

Radiology

Reports to

Type

Full Time, 32 – 40 hours/week

Requisition #

12573

Position Summary

Perform nuclear medicine technologist duties in compliance with Radiology Department and legal requirements. Help patients feel comfortable during the entire process. Perform selected nursing, lab, administrative, and clerical duties that assist in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management under the direction of a Physician, PA, or NP. These duties are delegated in relation to the individual’s degree of training, in accordance with the objectives and policies of the organization and respective state laws governing such actions and activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

I. Daily Responsibilities

1. Scheduling Patients In Advance.
2. On arrival, check patient appointments.
3. Plan patient scanning schedule for the day.
4. Perform all injections of radioactive material.

Performance of Studies, Imaging Procedures

Any technical information needed to perform Nuclear Medicine Scans is located in the green Technical Information for Nuclear Medicine Procedures. Other functions for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist are:

1. Assures correct identity of the patient. For inpatients, the Technologist will check the doctor’s orders in the patient’s charts noting the patient’s name and verifying the written order. The Technologist will co-sign the order in the chart to indicate this step was performed. The Technologist will check the patient’s wrist band for identification.
2. Explains procedures to the patients to obtain cooperation and allay anxieties during the procedure. Continually assess the immediate needs and conditions of assigned patients.
3. Visually inspects the patient to record observations that may contribute to the evaluation of test results (e.g., pregnancy, incontinence, surgery, interfering medications).
4. Reviews and abstracts data from patients’ charts.
5. Places the patient on the examination table and explains positioning and instrumentation procedures, time to complete testing, etc.
6. Performs standard Nuclear Medicine imaging procedures, assisting patients in anatomical positioning and adjusting equipment accordingly.

II. Quality Assurance Tests and Radiation Safety

Includes daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly checks on equipment, dose calibrators, hand meters, radiopharmaceuticals, and safety procedures, following strict protocols to ensure safety and accuracy.

III. Administrative

Organize Radiation Safety Committee meetings quarterly, attend workshops, and seminars to stay compliant with JCAHO continuing education policies.

IV. Other Duties

Assist in collecting, processing, and typing Radiology Quality Assurance Data, ensure Crash Cart is stocked and functional, monitor film badges, and instruct staff on radiation safety procedures.

V. Record Maintenance

Maintain records of radioisotope handling, quality assurance tests, and equipment maintenance in compliance with regulations.

VI. Sealed Sources

Perform semiannual wipe tests and quarterly source activity recordings of sealed radioactive sources.

VII. Instrumentation

Operate imaging equipment, perform quality control, record instrument status, and coordinate repairs as needed. Conduct daily contamination checks.

Qualifications

Must be able to perform all duties satisfactorily. Requirements include:

• ARRT registration
• Licensed in California
• At least one year of clinical nuclear medicine imaging experience
• BCLS certification

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to stand, walk, handle, reach, talk, hear; occasionally sit, climb, kneel, crouch. Must lift/move up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Compliance Requirements

Adhere to Chinese Hospital Compliance Handbook, including ethics and regulations. Report suspected violations.

Base Pay Scale

Starting at $74.46 – $89.48 per hour. Final salary depends on experience, education, and other factors. This scale is not a promise of specific wages.