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Nuclear Med Tech

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What they do

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

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Job Description

Job Title:
Nuclear Med Tech Job Location:
Rancho Mirage, CA Job Duration:
Permanent Pay range - $70-75/hourly
Duties:
This position is responsible for Nuclear Medicine imaging and therapeutic procedures, scheduling and pre-procedure patient preparation parameters, routine nuclear medicine camera operation, accurate record keeping, radiation safety regulations. Demonstrates proficiency in all nuclear medicine procedures, using initiative in special positioning needs of individual patients. Calibrates and draws up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulate radiopharmaceutical materials. Calculates data to include results of patient studies and radioactive decay. Calibrates instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Practices good radiation safety procedure pertaining to the preparation, handling and administration of radiopharmaceuticals. Operates all imaging and auxiliary equipment according to written procedures/protocols, demonstrating proficiency on all equipment. Responsible for documenting pertinent clinical history and symptoms. Maintains a working knowledge of medications used in nuclear medicine. Responsible for the physiological monitoring and care of patients during nuclear medicine procedures. Maintains proficiency in starting IV lines and follows proper injection procedure. Maintains inventory of supplies in assigned area; prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing and disposal activities. Responsible for submitting nuclear charge tickets for each patient procedure at the close of business day. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor or physician.
Licensure/Certification:
Required:
ARRT or NMTCB or ASCP, California State License, American Heart Association BLS Experience:
Required:
New graduate
Preferred:
1-3 years of experience #
IRI-MT Pay:
$70.00 - $75.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance
Work Location:
In person