Nuclear Medicine Technologist - 1 day/week

Catalyst MedTech; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 96,432; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off – Including Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Time

Tuition reimbursement

Professional License fee reimbursement

Job summary

Catalyst MedTech is seeking a licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a part-time role in Poway, CA. You will deliver exceptional patient care while enjoying a consistent weekday schedule without night or weekend shifts.

The role includes performing cardiac studies, administering isotopes, and ensuring patient safety. Competitive pay and a robust benefits package are offered, making this a great opportunity for skilled professionals looking to join a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Active NMTCB or ARRT(N) licensure or completion of nuclear medicine program.
• Valid Drivers License required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and push/pull medical equipment as a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional and/or perfusion rest and stress cardiac studies.
• Administer prescribed isotopes and pharmaceuticals per standards.
• Document patient test results accurately using EMR.

Skills

Excellent patient care

Effective communication

Ability to work autonomously

Teamwork skills

Driving a company van

Education

Active NMTCB or ARRT(N) licensure

Completion of an approved nuclear medicine program

Tools

EMR systems

Mobile imaging equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Poway Warehouse and Hub - Poway, CA 92064

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $60.00 - $70.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Diagnostic Imaging Solutions (DIS), a subsidiary of Catalyst MedTech, is the nationwide leader in mobile nuclear cardiology with a unique, direct to point-of-service healthcare model. We’re looking for a licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) who is a self-starter and enjoys being on the go while delivering exemplary patient care with their Cardiac Stress Tech partner.

We have limited opportunities to now join our team where you will be able to enjoy a consistent weekday schedule that has your personal needs in mind, saying goodbye to working weekends, holiday shifts, and being constantly on-call.

The DIS Difference

• No nights or weekends!
• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• No on-call or holiday shifts.
• Work as a team with your Cardiac Stress Tech partner.

You’re a great fit if

• You are a top-notch Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) committed to excellent patient care.
• You are a good communicator who cares about their patients.
• You enjoy working autonomously.
• You like a dynamic and fast paced work environment where teamwork is not just a term, but an integral part of our culture.
• You like being part of a team where our customers appreciate us taking care of their patients.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, Daylight Hours. No call, no weekends, no holidays!

Responsibilities

• Perform functional and/or perfusion rest and stress cardiac studies, including image processing for physician review.
• Understand and implement all policies and procedures which include daily quality control, equipment operations, exam procedures, radiation safety, calibrating and transporting isotopes (when necessary) and ordering doses appropriately using electronic methods.
• Start IV’s using aseptic techniques.
• Administer prescribed isotopes and pharmaceuticals per national standards and company protocol.
• Maintain all federal, state, local, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure patient safety while providing high quality testing.
• Perform daily quality control checks and calibrations on camera; complete required NRC/State documentation.
• Follow radiation safety policies and NRC/State guidelines for handling of radioactive pharmaceuticals, including but not limited to conducting daily surveys of hot lab, exam room, camera, and personnel.
• Accurately document patient test results and patient medical history using EMR. Additional administrative documentation may be required.
• May be responsible for conducting mobile operations to include the following:
• As a team, move, load, unload, and/or transport mobile imaging equipment using company van.
• As a team, preparation and tear down of operations at customer sites, including preparing and inventorying pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, load and unload equipment in/out of the van, setup and tear down diagnostic equipment at the customer site and disposal of medical waste.
• Documenting daily usage and occurrences with the company vehicle.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to providing consistent, excellent customer service at all times.
• Travel to client sites as scheduled. Driving a company van and following Radiation Safety and DOT regulations for purpose of transporting equipment, medical supplies, radioactive material, and staff to customer site.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active NMTCB or ARRT(N) licensure OR successful completion of an approved nuclear medicine program with pending NMTCB/ARRT(N) certification.
• If applicable, a state licensure in good standing.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to push/pull medical equipment as a team.
• Valid Drivers License.

Working Conditions

Work is performed at outpatient imaging centers, hospitals, clinics, and/or physician offices with moderate to high patient volume. Our mobile teams focus on cardiac studies (SPECT) utilizing an upright GAMA camera. Team members must travel in all weather conditions in a company van, when applicable.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for periods of time.
• Walking, stooping, turning, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Our Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance with HSA/FSA options
• Medical Coverage starting at $78.00 per pay for individual and increasing based on plan and dependent coverage options.
• Dental Coverage starting at $6.16 per pay for individual and increasing based on plan and dependent coverage options.
• Vision Coverage starting at $1.61 per pay for individual and increased based on dependent coverage options.
• HSA plan with employer contribution
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Company provided $25,000 in Life Insurance with option to additional coverage.
• Additional supplemental insurances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Professional License fee reimbursement
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off – Including Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Time
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition reimbursement

Occupational Exposure

As a company that is committed to following ALARA at all times, there is limited radiation exposure during nuclear medicine procedures. Technetium (Tc-99m) based radiopharmaceuticals are utilized for cardiac (SPECT) imaging studies. Performance of clinical job duties has a reasonable anticipated risk factor of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens or other infectious materials. Employees are required to follow company’s Radiation Safety Policies, including the use of lead shielding, PPE, and practice universal precautions during patient care.