Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Full Time, Day Shift)

ASPBP; Oildale, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Adventist Health Bakersfield seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals intravenously for imaging or therapy and to coordinate patient flow. You will prepare doses, perform screenings, and ensure quality control across procedures.

The role requires CA licensure, ARRT NM or NMTCB certification, and venipuncture proficiency, with emphasis on safety and accuracy in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma/certificate in Nuclear Medicine is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nuclear medicine technology preferred.
• State Nuclear Medicine license required in CA.
• ARRT NM or NMTCB certification required in CA/OR.
• Venipuncture certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, administers, and measures radioactive isotopes for imaging and therapy.
• Performs diagnostic screening procedures and coordinates patient flow.
• Documents all pertinent information regarding radioactive materials and surveys.
• Calculates and administers doses; ensures safety and quality control.
• Escalates issues to senior staff as needed and performs related duties.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Patient Care

Team Coordination

Education

Diploma/certificate in Nuclear Medicine

Bachelor’s Degree in nuclear medicine technology

Tools

ARRT NM Certification

NMTCB Certification

Venipuncture certification

BLS certification

Job description

$10,000 Sign-On Incentive for eligible rehires and external hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment.

Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America’s fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California's great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks.

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:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• 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.

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Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 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 more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.