Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Full-time, Day Shift in Sonora

Energy Jobline ZR; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sonora is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and intravenous therapies for imaging and treatment. You will coordinate patient flow and ensure quality control across procedures in a hospital-based setting.

Requirements include a Diploma/Certificate in Nuclear Medicine and a Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology, with CA/NM license prerequisites and ARRT/NMTCB eligibility. E-Verify participation is noted.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares, administers, and measures radioactive isotopes for therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies.
• Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation.
• Documents all pertinent information regarding radioactive materials and surveys.
• Obtains patient information and disseminates preparation instructions to care areas.
• Elevates questions or issues to senior staff as needed.

Skills

Nuclear medicine

Venipuncture

Radiation safety

Education

Diploma/certificate in Nuclear Medicine

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Tools

ARRT NM

NMTCB

Venipuncture certification

Job description

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION

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 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:

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 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 exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ 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.

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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.PandoLogic. Keywords: Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Location: Sonora, CA - 95370