Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Columbia Memorial Hospital; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 62,143 - 94,406; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Memorial Hospital is seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to coordinate and perform diagnostic imaging with radioactive isotopes. The ideal candidate will oversee department activities, ensure safety, and maintain high-quality imaging standards.

Required credentials include NMTCB certification, ARRT radiography credential, Oregon licensure, and current BLS. JRCERT-accredited education and 2+ years in nuclear medicine are preferred, with strong organizational and communication

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited JRCERT School of Radiologic Technology.
• Two years experience as a practicing technologist in Nuclear Medicine preferred.
• Strong organizational abilities, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities of the Nuclear Medicine Department.
• Prepare, administer, and image radioactive isotopes for diagnostic studies.
• Perform quality control, radiation surveys, and equipment calibration according to set standards.

Skills

Quality control

Radiation surveys

Equipment calibration

Communication skills

Education

JRCERT Accredited Radiologic Technology program

2 years Nuclear Medicine experience (preferred)

Job description

SEIU Pay Range: $45.11 to $68.53 Dependent on Experience

Job Requirements

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist coordinates all activities of the Nuclear Medicine Department. Prepares, administers, and images radioactive isotopes for diagnostic studies utilizing a variety of imaging and detecting equipment.

Knowledge Of/Skill/Ability To

Perform quality control, radiation surveys, equipment calibration and radioactive waste disposal according to set standards and practices.

License/Certification

• National Certification as a Nuclear Medical Technologist by NMTCB
• ARRT Radiography Credential
• Licensed as Nuclear Medical Technologist by Oregon Board of Medical Imaging
• BLS upon hire and kept current

Education And/or Experience

Graduation from an accredited JRCERT School of Radiologic Technology. Two (2) years experience as a practicing technologist in Nuclear Medicine preferred. Strong organizational abilities, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Demands And Work Environment Conditions / ADA Compliance

Occupational exposure to some electrical and radiant hazards. Works with radioactive isotopes, film processing chemicals. Safety materials are provided for hazardous materials. Lifting up to 100 pounds, assisting patients, pushing/pulling, and reaching. Must be able for verbally interact with staff, patients, and public. Must have manual dexterity of hands/fingers for writing and computer input. Hearing must be within normal limits with or without use of corrective hearing devices.