Staff/Sr/Prin Nuclear Medicine Technologist

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist at UCSF performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radiopharmaceuticals to support diagnosis and treatment for inpatients and outpatients across UCSF locations.

Role requires California licensure, CTNM certification, ARRT-CT or NMTCB-CT for Fusion positions, BLS, and flexibility to rotate weekends and locations. Emphasis on safety, education, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduates from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program.
• Must hold CTNM certification (NMTCB or ARRT-N).
• California State License (CDPH) required for practice.
• Post-primary CT certification required for Fusion positions.
• BLS (CPR) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-modality imaging and non-imaging procedures per departmental standards.
• Carry out radiopharmacy duties per policy and regulations.
• Adhere to radiation safety practices to minimize exposure.
• Conduct quality control on imaging equipment and related systems.
• Provide safe, compassionate patient care and assist in workflow coordination.
• Participate in staff training, orientation, and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

CTNM Certification

California License

BLS Certification

Flex Scheduling

PET/CT Proficiency

Education

Accredited Nuclear Medicine Program

Tools

PET/CT Imaging

Quality Control

Radiopharmacy

Job description

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is licensed in all scopes of practice as defined by the State of California Radiologic Health branch and performs routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radiopharmaceuticals to assist in diagnosis and/or treatment in both the inpatient and outpatient environment.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist position is an 8-hour work schedule with variable hours, rotating weekend shifts at various UCSF locations.

The technologist must be able to work safely in an acute care setting and be able to interact accordingly with anesthesia and/or other patient care departments that visit the Nuclear Medicine environment. Collects, prepares and analyzes biologic specimens and prepares data for interpretation. Responsible for performing radiation safety and quality control procedures on all Nuclear Medicine equipment as required by the department. Participates in orientation and training of assigned staff, students, residents, and faculty. Participates in performance improvement activities in the department.

Principal Nuclear Medicine Fusion Technologist advanced responsibilities can include, yet are not limited to the following:

• Demonstrate competency and participate in the lead/coordinator role.
• Active participation in an annual performance improvement project or active participation in NM Quality Assurance/Radiation Safety meetings.
• Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct three or more of the specialty procedures, in addition to performing the procedures without direction.
• Active participation in clinical protocol development, maintenance, improvement and implementation.
• Active participation in research protocol development, maintenance and implementation.

AREAS OF EMPHASIS

• Performs multi-modality imaging and non-imaging procedures utilizing patient population specific standards according to departmental protocol.
• Performs radiopharmacy duties according to departmental policy, federal and state regulations.
• Radiation safety practices are followed to ensure minimal radiation exposure to self and others.
• Performs quality control procedures to ensure optimal performance of imaging equipment, computers and other related auxiliary equipment.
• Ensures proper safety standards are met.
• Performs quality and compassionate patient care to ensure patient cooperation, safety and satisfaction.

Required Qualifications (All Levels):

• Graduate of an accredited (JRCNMT) Nuclear Medicine program
• CTNM certification (NMTCB or ARRT-N)
• California State License (CDPH - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist)
• Post-primary CT certification (ARRT-CT or NMTCB-CT) required for Fusion positions
• BLS (CPR) certification
• Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate to all locations and shifts and provide coverage for weekends and holidays.

Required experience by Level:

• Staff: Less than 3 years Nuclear Medicine experience.
• Senior: Minimum 3 years Nuclear Medicine experience. Teaching: Demonstrate competency to teach routine and specialty exams to newer NM Technologists. Mentorship: ability to provide guidance, advice and direction to less experienced Technologist. Be able to perform all routine clinical PET/CT exams and at least 2 of the 5 specialty PET/CT exams independently: (PET/CT with Multiphase CT, Pediatric, Cardiac, Neuro, Research)
• Principal: Minimum 7 years Nuclear Medicine + 3 years CT experience. Ability to learn and instruct specialty procedures within 6 months. Teaching: Demonstrate competency to teach routine and specialty exams to newer NM Technologists. Mentorship: ability to provide guidance, advice and direction to less experienced Technologist. Demonstrated leadership/coordination experience. Be able to perform all routine clinical PET/CT exams and at least 3 of the 5 specialty PET/CT exams independently: (PET/CT with Multiphase CT, Pediatric, Cardiac, Neuro, Research).

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

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