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LOS ANGELES COUNTY
NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST, SPECIAL PROCEDURES
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A Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs procedures that use radioactive materials to diagnose and treat illnesses. Works under the supervision of a physician, including physicians that specialize in nuclear medicine, in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$98,690 / year median in California
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Position/Program Information
FILING START DATE
The application filing period will begin onTHURSDAY , M AY
28, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. (PT)- Continuous.
EXAM NUMNER Y5809D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We welcome applications from everyone! No withholds will be allowed. Required experience/education must be fully met at the time of filing and clearly indicated on the application.WHY WORK FOR US?
LA Health Services is LA County's integrated healthcare system and the second-largest public health system in the nation. Our system includes four public hospitals, more than 20 community health centers, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Correctional Health Services, and community-based programs that connect people to care where they are. We serve as the safety net for more than 10 million residents, providing care regardless of ability to pay, insurance coverage, or immigration status. As one connected system, we deliver extraordinary care-from prevention and primary care to emergency, specialty, trauma, and recovery services across Los Angeles County. With more than 2.9 million visits annually and a workforce of over 23,000 dedicated staff, LA Health Services is proud to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care to everyone, no matter how they come through our doors. Explore our one system of hospitals and community health centers: Our Locations- Health Services Los Angeles County
THE TEAM MEMBER WE ARE SEARCHING FOR WILL
Perform specialized diagnostic nuclear imaging studies using a dual-mode scanner to produce high-quality three-dimensional images of the body. Essential Job Functions Performs hybrid imaging procedures, obtains, patient history, and monitors patient during procedure. Observes patient during procedure and reports any unusual occurrences to appropriate personnel. Reviews all images and evaluates them for technical quality. Performs all required quality control procedures on equipment in accordance with departmental procedures and manufacturer's specifications. On a continuous basis, ensures equipment is functioning properly and advises supervisor of problems. Transfers, positions, and educates patients in preparation for procedures. Calculates, dispenses, and administers isotopes dosage following established departmental procedures and appropriate safety measures. Performs and documents wipe test and radiation monitoring to adhere to As Low as Reasonably Achievable standards. Performs assigned quality assurance and institutional regulatory procedures. Prepares radiopharmaceuticals according to manufacturer's standards. Performs single-mode nuclear medicine studies, as necessary. Injects contrast for certain hybrid imaging procedures. Performs research under the supervision of a nuclear medicine physician or a radiologist with nuclear medicine certification. RequirementsREQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY
: Option I- PET-CT or
SPECT-CT
hybrid imaging One year of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures under the direction of a qualified physician in a clinical nuclear medicine facility- AND•One year of experience as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) performing computed tomography procedures.
- PET-MRI hybrid imaging One year of experience performing nuclear medicine procedures under the direction of a qualified physician in a clinical nuclear medicine facility
- AND•One year of post registration experience• as a magnetic resonance imaging technologist.
Endorsement of County Qualifications:
If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please describe these duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions Section of the application and provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification to the exam analyst within 7 calendar days from the last day of filing or from application submission. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.LICENSE :
PET-CT orSPECT-CT
hybrid imaging Current State of California Certified Technologist Nuclear Medicine (CTNM) license, AND current Computed Tomography (CT) certificate issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), OR Current Certification as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health PET-MRI hybrid imaging Current State of California Certified Technologist Nuclear Medicine (CTNM) license, AND Current Certification as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Public HealthPHYSICAL CLASS
Physical Class III•Moderate:
This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
In order to receive credit for the required current and active license/certification, and/or permit, you must include a legible copy which clearly shows the area of specialization, license/certificate/permit number and date of expiration at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing application . Please submit documentation to the exam analyst, Christina Tadeo , at MTadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.- Post registration experience is defined as the professional work experience or clinical practice an individual acquired after obtaining an official license or professional registration in their field.