Nuclear Medicine Technologist Part-Time, Variable Shift

Adventist Health • Simi Valley, CA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Centered in beautiful Southern California, Adventist Health Simi Valley has been
one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1965. We are comprised of a
144-bed hospital, home care services and a vast scope of award-winning services
located throughout Ventura County. Simi Valley is a suburban area nestled
between an urban oasis and the stunning shores of the Pacific Ocean. Bordering
Los Angeles allows hiking in the morning and attending film premieres in the
evening.

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.

Requirements

• Diploma/certificate from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine: Required
• 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
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or National Nuclear Med Tech (NMTCB): Required
• Venipuncture (IV) certification: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in nuclear medicine technology or equivalent: Preferred

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree