Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Vogrinc & Short, Inc.; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technician to perform essential diagnostic procedures and ensure high-quality patient care. The position requires operation of advanced imaging equipment and competence in regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have a CNMT license and strong communication skills to foster effective relationships within the health system.

Benefits

401(k) and matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of full-time experience as a CNMT.
• Ability to provide on-call service as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vivo and in vitro Nuclear Medicine procedures.
• Operate and perform quality control on scintillation equipment.
• Create and program study-specific protocols for research trials.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication in English

Ability to maintain effective relationships

Knowledge of radiation safety practices

Education

Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine program

Current BLS certification

Active State of California CNMT License

Active NMTCB and/or AART (N) licensure

Job description

**Salary:** $110,000 to $150,000 + Full Benefits + Bonus

**Sign-on Bonus:** $10,000.00

Relocation Assistance Available

Reporting to the Nuclear Medicine Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for performing the full range of in vivo and in vitro Nuclear Medicine procedures using radiopharmaceuticals and related chemicals. The role includes providing quality patient care, ensuring timely throughput of patients, and performing their exams. The technician operates and performs quality control on stationary and portable scintillation equipment such as gamma cameras, Geiger-Mueller counters, well counters, dose calibration devices, and ancillary equipment. They perform PET, Nuc Med, and CT diagnostic studies on PET/CT scanners, including injection of CT Contrast Media, image acquisition, and reformatting. The incumbent also performs scans for research trials, creating and programming study-specific protocols under supervision.

Required Qualifications:

1. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the health system.
2. Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.
3. Customer service skills appropriate to the role.
4. Knowledge of State regulatory radiation safety practices and ALARA principles.
5. Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program.
6. Effective communication skills in English.
7. Ability to provide on-call/callback service as needed.
8. Minimum one year of full-time experience as a CNMT.
9. Current BLS certification.
10. Active State of California CNMT License.
11. Active NMTCB and/or AART (N) licensure for Nuclear Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. At least one year of full-time experience performing Nuclear Medicine procedures.
2. Knowledge of university and medical center policies, procedures, and organizational structure.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits include: 401(k), 401(k) matching, dental insurance, employee discounts, flexible schedule, FSA, health and life insurance, paid time off, professional development, referral program, relocation assistance, tuition reimbursement, and vision insurance.