Nuclear Med Tech

Sutter Health•Modesto, CA

18h

About The Position

Competently performs routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures to produce quality images for physicians and other healthcare providers to support the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of injury or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment and developed clinical skills to perform safe and precise procedures and deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Builds patient and care-team confidence through patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Follows local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and provide optimal patient care. May perform specific procedures and/or help orient other staff to the department. This is a per diem/casual, non-exempt position with a day shift schedule. The schedule is eight-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with weekend work as needed. The stated pay range is $73.36 to $102.70 per hour; actual starting pay may vary based on factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Successful completion, before the start date, of an educational program in Nuclear Medicine accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine or the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT); alternatively, successful completion before the start date of a Radiography program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Radiologic Health Nuclear Medicine (RHN) certification, required if working in California, provided before the start date.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) certification or ARRT(N)-Nuclear Medicine Technology certification, provided before the start date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
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.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (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, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures to produce diagnostic images.
Exercise sound judgment and clinical skills to perform safe and precise procedures and deliver accurate results in a timely manner.
Assess and monitor patients, communicate effectively, and gain cooperation from patients, their support groups, and healthcare providers.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
May perform specific procedures and help orient other staff to the department.
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
Protect the privacy of each patient's protected health information.
Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.