Nuclear Medicine Technologist

College Medical Center; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

College Medical Center is seeking a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist in California. The role involves performing high-quality nuclear medicine studies, instructing patients, and safely administering isotopes under physician direction.

Requirements include a California Nuclear Medicine license, NMTCB/ARRT certification where applicable, and BLS CPR with CPI to be obtained within 30 days. On-call coverage and in-person work are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Licensure and certifications required by California and national bodies.
• BLS CPR required on hire; CPI within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality nuclear medicine studies.
• Instruct, educate, and prepare patients for exams.
• Safely administer isotopes and adhere to radiation safety standards.
• Perform daily quality control and monitor the Nuclear Medicine department.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with regulations.
• Apply appropriate injection protocols and assess patients before, during, and after procedures.

Skills

English fluency

Patient instruction

Radiation safety

Education

California Nuclear Medicine license

NMTCB/ARRT certification

BLS for Healthcare Providers

CPI certification within 30 days

Job description

Job Summary:

College Medical Center is seeking a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist. This position supports the Mission of the Hospital through the provision of distinctive and compassionate care to our patients and by performing high-quality nuclear medicine procedures as requested by a licensed physician. The technologist instructs, educates, and prepares patients for exams, demonstrates proficiency in safely administering isotopes, and consistently adheres to radiation safety standards.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., with required on-call coverage.

Job Qualifications:

• Current California Nuclear Medicine license
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist preferred
• National certification (NMTCB or ARRT) preferred
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR) is required upon hire; must obtain CPI certification within 30 days of hire
• Demonstrated competency in age-appropriate tasks, skills, and procedures
• Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently

Job-Specific Duties:

• Perform high-quality nuclear medicine studies.
• Instruct, educate, and prepare patients for exams.
• Safely administer isotopes and follow radiation safety standards.
• Perform daily quality control and monitor the Nuclear Medicine department.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with state and national regulations.
• Apply appropriate injection protocols.
• Assess patients before, during, and after procedures.

If you are passionate about making a difference and seeking a supportive team environment to grow your skills, we welcome your application.

Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, additional compensation may be available for CHLB/Glendora Hospital roles, such as shift differentials and other special pay practices. The posted compensation for this position is a reasonable estimate that ranges from the lowest to the highest pay CHLB/Glendora Hospital, in good faith, believes it might pay for this job based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Nuclear Medicine

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• ARRT Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person