Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $59-81 per hour

Adventist Health; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sonora is recruiting a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and imaging procedures in a busy hospital setting.

The role requires CA licensure, ARRT NM or NMTCB certification, and venipuncture skills, with a focus on safety, accuracy, and patient care in a community hospital near Yosemite/ Lake Tahoe. Ongoing duties include documentation and coordination of patient flow.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Nuclear Medicine required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology preferred.
• Licenses/certifications: CA HI state license required; ARRT NM or NMTCB certification required; venipuncture certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously for imaging or therapy.
• Perform screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation.
• Coordinate patient flow and ensure procedure quality control.
• Document all information regarding radioactive materials and surveys per department procedures.

Skills

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Venipuncture

Patient preparation

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Nuclear Medicine

Bachelor’s degree in nuclear medicine (preferred)

Tools

Radioisotope equipment

ARRT NM Certification or NMTCB

Job description

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $59-81 per hour

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.

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

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. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

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.