Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Corona Regional Medical Center; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional medical center in Corona, CA is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a per diem position. Responsibilities include operating nuclear equipment for diagnoses, instructing patients regarding procedures, and ensuring top-quality patient care. Applicants must have certifications from the California Department of Health Services and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, along with at least one year of experience in nuclear medicine. This role emphasizes professionalism and patient care.

Qualifications

• Certification from ARRT or CRT required.
• One year experience in Nuclear Medicine.
• IV Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate nuclear equipment for diagnosis as ordered by the physician.
• Instruct patients on nuclear medicine procedures and protocols.
• Ensure proper operation of computers and software for procedures.

Skills

Computer operation

Patient care

Education

Certification by California Department of Health Services

Certificate of Nuclear Medicine Technologists

Current BLS (CPR) certificate

Job description

This is a per diem position located at Corona Regional Medical Center in Corona, CA

Reporting to the Director of Diagnostic Imaging this position operates all nuclear equipment leading to the diagnosis of designated portions of the body as ordered by physician. The technologist then instructs the patient of all nuclear medicine procedures, protocols, as well as preps. The technologist is responsible for proper computer operation and computer knowledge, use of gamma and SPEC T software, and provides the best patient care possible to enhance quality and professionalism in their tasks.

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• Certification by the California Department of Health Services and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT and CRT) required.
• Certificate of Nuclear Medicine Technologists required.
• Current BLS (CPR) certificate required.
• One (1) year experience in Nuclear Medicine required.
• I.V. Certification for contrast injections preferred.