Per Diem-Nuclear Medicine Technologist-Nuclear Medicine-Variable

Who We Are UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed acute care hospital in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County. To learn more about UCI Health, visit Your Role on the Team Position Summary: Reporting to the Imaging Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the performance of the full range of Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing radiopharmaceuticals and related chemical substances. The incumbent provides quality patient care, including the timely throughput of patients and the performance of their exams. They operate and perform quality control of stationary and portable scintillation equipment including SPECT and gamma cameras, Geiger-Mueller counters, well counters, dose calibration devices and ancillary equipment. The incumbent performs Nuclear Medicine diagnostic studies on a SPECT and Gamma camera, including image acquisition and reformatting, and performs necessary scans and procedures to aid in scanner qualifications ACR accreditation. They create and program study-specific protocols including administration, imaging, and reformatting under the direction of the Imaging Manager and Medical Director. Requirements include working on-call (evenings and weekends) in addition to holidays. What It Takes to be Successful Total Compensation We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits. Required Qualifications: Graduate from an AMA school of Nuclear Medicine Technology. Knowledge and education necessary to obtain Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification from the state of California and current California Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification. Current national ARRT(N) or NMTCB License. Current American Heart Association BLS certification. Additional Qualifications At least 1 year of acute hospital experience (may include training) preferred. Knowledge and experience in all Nuclear Medicine Procedures. Computer skills are essential. Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties. Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms. Conditions of Employment: The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan Legal Right to Work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: Closing Statement: The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at View email address on click.appcast.io or at View phone number on click.appcast.io, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship Must be able to provide proof of work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr UC Irvine