Nuclear Medicine Technologist (SEIU) - Per Diem, Variable Shift
About The Position
Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had. 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. This position is represented by SEIU.
Requirements
- Diploma/certificate from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine: Required
- State Nuclear Medicine License: Required
- Venipuncture certification: Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree in nuclear medicine technology or equivalent: Preferred
- 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: Preferred
- Venipuncture (IV) certification: Required
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.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
