Nuclear Medicine Technologist — Diagnostic & Therapeutic Imaging

Adventist Health; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and intravenous radiology procedures in a fast-paced clinical setting. The role involves coordinating patient flow, ensuring quality control, and performing diagnostic screening with radioisotope equipment.

Required are a diploma/certificate in Nuclear Medicine and state license; venipuncture certification; BLS. Preferred are a bachelor's degree and ARRT NM or NMTCB certification.

Qualifications

• Diploma/certificate from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine is required.
• ARRT NM or NMTCB certification is preferred; State Nuclear Medicine License is required.
• Venipuncture (IV) certification is required; Venipuncture certification is required; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, administers, and measures radioactive isotopes using radioisotope equipment.
• Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation.
• Documents all pertinent information regarding radioactive materials and surveys.
• Obtains pertinent patient information and prepares patients for procedures.
• Communicates questions or issues to senior staff for guidance.

Skills

Venipuncture

Radiation safety

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma/certificate in Nuclear Medicine

Bachelor's Degree in nuclear medicine technology or equivalent

Tools

Radioisotope equipment

Job description

Adventist Health Sierra Vista is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and intravenous radiology procedures in a fast-paced clinical setting. The role involves coordinating patient flow, ensuring quality control, and performing diagnostic screening with radioisotope equipment.

Required are a diploma/certificate in Nuclear Medicine and state license; venipuncture certification; BLS. Preferred are a bachelor's degree and ARRT NM or NMTCB certification.