Technician Nuclear Medicine

AHMC HealthCare; San Gabriel (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AHMC HealthCare seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for San Gabriel to prepare and administer radioactive isotopes under physician supervision. The role involves operating specialized equipment such as Gamma Cameras and ensuring patient safety during procedures.

Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma, certification from a Nuclear Medicine program, and be bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. This position plays a critical role in patient care across various age groups, following core values and strategic goals of the healthcare center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Current Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Certification required.
• Current BCLS-C Card and CRT through CDPH required.

Responsibilities

• Administers radioactive isotopes under supervision.
• Operates Gamma Camera imaging equipment for patient diagnostics.
• Prepares radioactive isotopes in compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Radiation safety/compliance

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Gamma Cameras operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Tools

Gamma Cameras

Isotopes calibrators

Radiation survey meters

Job description

Overview

Under the supervision of the Nuclear Medicine Physician, prepares, calibrates, logs, and administers radioactive isotopes to patients undergoing a variety of nuclear medicine procedures. Operates Gamma Camera imaging equipment, computers, and other isotope sensitive equipment to obtain a visual representation or measurement of isotope concentrations in specific body areas/organs.

This position requires providing care/service to a critically ill through rehabilitating pediatric through geriatric patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of San Gabriel Valley Medical Center. The employee should demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values and support the center’s strategic plan and the goals of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).

Responsibilities

• Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use.
• Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use.
• Uses the following equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions, including but not limited to:
• Gamma Cameras
• Isotopes calibrators
• Well counter
• Radiation safety/compliance tools (radiation survey meters)
• Nuclear computer system
• Portable lead storage modules
• EKG monitors
• Coronary defibrillators
• Patient safety measures
• Preparation of radioactive isotopes.
• Administration of radioactive isotopes.
• Monitoring, calibration, and wipe tests.
• Radioactive iodine therapy (Assist physician).
• Spinal taps (Assist physician).

Qualifications

• Education/Training/Experience: High school graduate or equivalent. Associate’s degree preferred. Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Prior Experience Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Certification or ARRT Certification; Current BCLS-C Card; Current CRT through CDPH; Current Fluoroscopy Permit; Current Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist through CDPH.