Nuc Med & PET CT Technologist, Float

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Competently performs routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures, including duties in at least one specialty area, to produce quality images for physicians and other healthcare providers to support diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of injury or disease. Works independently, using sound judgment and developed clinical skills to perform safe and precise procedures and deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Builds patient and healthcare-provider confidence through patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Follows applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and provide optimal patient care. May perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department. This is a float pool position supporting multiple sites. Travel is required within and around the Greater Sacramento Area, including Auburn, Elk Grove, Roseville, Folsom, Carmichael, and Yuba City. The position is part-time, with 24 weekly hours, eight-hour shifts, a variable schedule, day/evening shift, and weekend work as needed. The role is non-exempt and regular. The pay range is $79.33 to $111.06 per hour; the range may vary by work location. Starting pay considers factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program.
NMT-certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) or ARRT (NM) certification.
ARRT (CT) certification or CRT certification if required at the affiliate.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
Five years of recent relevant experience.
General knowledge of diagnostic nuclear medicine principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and hospital emergencies.
Ability to perform routine nuclear medicine examinations and a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and related information systems, including RIS, LIS, EHR, EPIC, and PACS.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks amid interruptions, and resolve standard problems using established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures, including procedures in at least one specialty area, to produce quality diagnostic images.
Work independently to execute safe and precise procedures and deliver accurate results in a timely manner.
Assess and monitor patients and communicate effectively with patients, their support groups, and healthcare providers.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
Perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department, as needed.
Prioritize assignments and meet deadlines while working within standardized procedures and scientific methods.
Protect the privacy of each patient's protected health information.
Collaborate with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Travel among supported sites in the Greater Sacramento Area.