Nuclear Medicine Technologist
The posted compensation range of $79.41 - $91.29 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
The Nuclear Medicine Specialist performs invivo studies and therapeutic and diagnostic imaging procedures according to written or transcribed verbal orders of a physician within the scope of his/her certification according to established standards and practices under the direction of the Imaging Services Supervisor, manager, and Radiology Medical Director. Demonstrates competency for neonate, infant, toddler, pre-school, school age, adolescent, adult, and late adulthood patients. Primary responsibility resides in the daily and comprehensive operations of a single-technologist department. Administrative tasks assigned this position include, but are not limited to, participation in CQI activities, Radiation Safety Committee, limited staff evaluation process, policy and procedure updates, various report development. Other duties assigned/approved by the Imaging Supervisor, Manager, and Medical Director.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Preferred/Desired
Minimum of four years experience as certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist preferred.
Licensure
Minimum Required
Current California State certification in all categories of Nuclear Medicine technology (board license).
Current certification in Nuclear Medicine technology in one or more of the following national certification boards:
Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Basic Life Support through American Heart Association (BLS)
Ability to:
Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and others
Perform general and specialized nuclear medicine procedures which meet the department's standard of quality
Utilize Universal Precautions as an approach to infection control
Recognize and respond to allergic reactions and other life-threatening patient conditions which might arise during the examination process
Act courteously and with tact in dealing with patients, visitors and the public
Maintain confidentiality of patient records and information
Coordinate the department quality control program
Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel
Work effectively to adjust priorities as circumstances require with frequent interruptions
Organize work assignments, maintaining accurate and complete records
Maintain a high degree of accuracy in procedural detail and required records
Work independently on-call covering all normal clerical and technical functions
Effectively and empathetically deal with agitated, ill, and distressed patients
Serve as a technical resource and coordinator for equipment service and maintenance
Oversee additional staff and effectively deal with operational contingencies
Use procedural and operating supply sources to maintain adequate supplies within budget expectations
Assist supervisor in department budget preparation
Objectively analyze the work of others as well as budget/productivity reports
Knowledge of:
Anatomy and physiology for medical imaging including cross-sectional relationships
Medical terminology as it pertains to Nuclear Medicine
Infection control guidelines
Principles of operation and care for nuclear medicine equipment
Currently accepted diagnostic, therapeutic, and in-vivo nuclear medicine procedures
Radiation safety requirements for operator, patients and visitors, and staff
Film processing systems
Mechanical and electrical safety practices and requirements in the patient care environment
Preparation, use, and hazards of diagnostic contrast materials
Overview
Dignity Health Woodland Memorial Hospital is Yolo County’s largest health care provider, serving the community since 1905. Woodland Memorial Hospital is a 108-bed acute care facility offering the most comprehensive range of health care services in Yolo County, including inpatient and outpatient surgical services, family birth center/labor and delivery, emergency services, home health services, palliative care, inpatient mental health services, sleep disorders center and cancer care services. With strong ties to our community, we believe in providing compassionate, high-quality health care to you and your family, close to home. Woodland Memorial Hospital is part of Dignity Health, one of the nation’s largest health care systems with a 22-state network. For more information, please visit our website here at www.dignityhealth.org/woodland.
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
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