Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $56-77 per hour

Adventist Health; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 106,000; Part time

Job summary

Adventist Health Glendale is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform imaging procedures in a busy hospital setting. The role includes dose calculations, patient screening, and coordinating study logistics to ensure high-quality results.

Qualified applicants will have a diploma or certificate in nuclear medicine, licensure in CA, and ARRT NM or NMTCB certification. A Bachelor's degree is preferred and venipuncture is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Nuclear Medicine from an accredited school.
• Bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology or equivalent (preferred).
• State license required in CA; ARRT NM or NMTCB certification (CA/OR).
• Venipuncture certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administers radiopharmaceuticals and intravenous injections following established procedures.
• Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation and maintains quality control.
• Coordinates patient flow and documents all pertinent information about radioactive materials.
• Ensures patient preparation instructions are communicated to care areas and escalates issues when needed.

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Nuclear Medicine

Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology (preferred)

Tools

ARRT NM or NMTCB

Venipuncture Certification

BLS Certification

CA/HI State License

Job description

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $56-77 per hour

Adventist Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a job in Glendale, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905.

Job Summary:

Administers radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment. Administers medical substances for imaging or other procedures. Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation. Coordinates patient flow and maintains procedure quality control.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Diploma/certificate from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine: Required
• Bachelor's Degree in nuclear medicine technology or equivalent: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• State Nuclear Medicine License: Required in CA and HI
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine OR Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist: Required in CA and OR
• Venipuncture certification: Required in CA and HI

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or National Nuclear Med Tech (NMTCB): Required
• Venipuncture (IV) certification: Required

Department Specific License/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required

Essential Functions:

• Prepares, administers, and measures radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepares stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculates doses to be administered by radiologists. Subjects patients to radiation. Executes blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques. Administers intravenous injections in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation.
• Documents all pertinent information regarding radioactive materials and surveys in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Obtains pertinent patient information and disseminates subsequent patient preparation instructions to patient care areas.
• Elevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior staff for direction or subject matter expertise.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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Adventist Health Job ID #55618. Posted job title: nuclear medicine technologist, part-time, day shift

About Adventist Health

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 80 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians, allied health professionals and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope. We are committed to staying true to our heritage by providing patient-centered, quality care. Together, we are transforming the healthcare experience with an innovative and whole-person focus on physical, mental, spiritual and social healing to support community well-being.