Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Veracity Solutions

• $70K — $95K *
Fresno, CA 93722In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Graduated from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program or have an Associate's Degree in a related field, Bachelor's is preferred.
  • Certification from NMTCB as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist or ARRT in Nuclear Medicine Technology is required.
  • Additional certifications like ARRT(CT), NMTCB(PET), and NMTCB(NCT) are preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist post-graduation is necessary.
  • Current BLS certification from AHA for Healthcare Providers is required.
  • California State Certification for Nuclear Medicine Technologists with the ability to perform venipuncture is needed.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain imaging cameras that detect radioactive drugs for diagnostic purposes.
  • Accurately position patients and select the correct anatomic and technical factors for scans.
  • Order, prepare, administer, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals as per protocols.
  • Adhere to established radiation safety practices and procedures.
  • Submit high-quality diagnostic images and necessary documents to the PACS system.
  • Ensure all imaging equipment is functioning correctly and report any malfunctions.
  • Assist in maintaining a clean and organized working environment.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a specialized and technologically advanced field.
  • Regular weekday schedule with no weekend shifts.
  • Access to ongoing training and certification opportunities.
  • Collaboration with a team of skilled healthcare professionals.
  • Chance to contribute to patient care and diagnostic processes.
Full Job Description
Nuclear Medicine Technologist

2823, Fresno St, Downtown, CA

3+ Months

Department: Nuclear Medicine

Shift timings: 08:00-16:30 Monday to friday (8 Hours/5 Days)

Per Week: 40 Hours

Graduate from an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program or Associate's Degree in related field required Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred

Must have one of the following primary certification: NMTCB(CNMT)

- Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist ARRT(N)

- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology Additional post-primary advanced certification preferred: ARRT(CT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Computed Tomography NMTCB(PET)

- Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Positron Emission Tomography NMTCB(NCT)

- Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Nuclear Cardiology Technologist

Requirements

2 years of post-program graduate experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist required

BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required

CTNM - State of California Certified Tech Nuclear Medicine all scopes including venipuncture required

Responsibilities

Maintain and operate cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.

Position patients and select anatomic and technical factors accurately.

Order, prepare, administer, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.

Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.

Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).

Ensure equipment is properly functioning.

Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.

Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.

Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department
* Ladders Estimates

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