Nuclear Medicine Technologist

ZipRecruiter; National City (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cardiology clinic is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their healthcare team. This vital role involves performing nuclear procedures to support diagnostic and therapeutic evaluations, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. Candidates should possess a strong background in nuclear medicine and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in nuclear medicine practices.
• Experience in starting IVs and administering medications.
• Excellent communication with patients and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine procedures including stress tests.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals according to protocols.
• Ensure lab compliance and maintain equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of nuclear medicine principles

Medical imaging processes

Human anatomy and physiology

IV administration

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented skills

Job description

Job Description

Cardiology of Southern California is looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our office!

We are seeking full-time candidates but are also open to part-time or per-diem arrangements. The full-time schedule is Monday-Thursday, 7-9 hours per day. We perform between 9-13 nuclear stress tests per day using a Digirad Cardius XPO camera with Myoview and Lexiscan. Testing is conducted on Mondays in El Cajon with a dual-head camera and Tuesday-Thursday in City with a triple-head camera.

The technologist is responsible for imaging, processing, starting and administering IV medications, assisting with RSO duties, and ensuring lab compliance.

Job Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist plays a vital role in the healthcare team, specializing in the use of radioactive materials for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. This position involves performing nuclear medicine procedures to assist in evaluating various medical conditions. The technologist will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate diagnostic imaging and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine procedures, including stress tests.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients following established protocols.
• Ensure lab compliance with all laws and maintain certifications.
• Prepare and maintain equipment used for nuclear medicine imaging.
• Conduct patient assessments to ensure understanding of procedures and address concerns.
• Collaborate with physicians to interpret scan results and provide insights based on imaging findings.
• Maintain accurate records of procedures, patient information, and imaging results.
• Adhere to safety protocols and aseptic techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
• Stay updated on advancements in nuclear medicine technology and practices.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of nuclear medicine principles and practices.
• Proficient in diagnostic evaluation techniques and medical imaging processes.
• Solid understanding of human anatomy and physiology relevant to medical imaging.
• Familiarity with medical terminology used in healthcare.
• Experience with starting IVs and administering medications.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients and healthcare team members.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills for interpreting imaging results accurately.

This position is essential for delivering high-quality patient care through advanced imaging techniques, contributing significantly to diagnosis and treatment planning within the healthcare setting.

Company Description

Cardiology of Southern California is a fast-paced private practice cardiology clinic with two MDs, one Nurse Practitioner, 25 employees, and two locations with on-site testing such as echocardiograms, vascular studies, nuclear stress tests, Holter monitors, MCTs, etc. We see over 150 patients per day and have been operating for over 30 years.