Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Overview Nuclear Med Technologist II - 8-Hour Day Shift - $7,500 Hiring Incentive! Full-time Company Description Jobs for Humanity is partnering with CEDARS-SINAI to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located. Company Name: CEDARS-SINAI Job Description Would you like to be part of a team of colleagues that employs pioneering, innovative techniques to treat a variety of conditions with less risk, less pain and as little stress as possible? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you. Cedars-Sinai has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022-23. Each year, almost 500,000 inpatient and outpatient exams and procedures are performed and interpreted at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Our radiologists & imaging specialists are board certified by the American Board of Radiology in their respective subspecialties. Our subspecialized imaging physicians, American College of Radiology certified technologists and customer-service oriented staff provide our patients with brand-new imaging technologies and innovative treatment options in a compassionate environment. We are currently offering a $7,500 sign-on bonus to newly hired Techs! As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will perform Nuclear Medicine studies from basic to somewhat complex protocols and therapies and transport medications from the delivery area to an authorized imaging or prep area while demonstrating medication and radiation safety and security. Summary of Essential Duties Performs Nuclear Medicine/therapy, Positron Emission Tomography (PET), and Computed Tomography (CT) exams on gamma, hybrid, and portable scanners, as well as radionuclide therapy Reviews all Nuclear Medicine/therapy, PET and CT images and monitors for accuracy and prepares/sends images to designated viewing systems Performs section specific imaging QC using established technical factors and image identification Maintains room supply inventory to meet procedure requirements May assist physicians performing procedures and ensures all supplies and/or devices are prepared and available in accordance with sterile technique and infection control policies and practices Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals/medications to include imaging and adjunctive medications and follows hospital guidelines in the handling of radioactive/non-radioactive medications in compliance with all medication and radiation safety requirements Operates, calibrates and maintains imaging equipment and accessory instruments used in exams Recognizes and reports defective equipment immediately and marks equipment as “out of service” Participates in performance improvement activities and other department/organizational committees, such as The Joint Commission, safety audits, turn around time (TAT) projects, and customer service Expected to assist in maintaining records associated with IAC accreditation Education High School Diploma or GED required Graduate of a JRCERT accredited radiological program required Bachelor's Degree preferred Licenses & Certifications Nuclear Medicine Certification (CNMT) from The Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board, or an R.T. (ARRT, N) from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required California Nuclear Medicine Technologist required CT certification from ARRT required BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required Experience 2 years of Nuclear Medicine experience required Keywords: Nuclear Medicine, Tech, Technologist, Technician, Imaging, Radiology, Healthcare, Hospital, Medical, Los Angeles, CA, California Working Title: Nuclear Med Technologist II - 8-Hour Day Shift - $7,500 Hiring Incentive! Department: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Job Category: Imaging Job Specialty: Nuclear/Invasive Position Type: Full-time Shift Length: 8 hour shift Base Pay: $50.98 - $81.57 #J-18808-Ljbffr