Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

Performs nuclear medicine and PET exams maintaining maximal patient safety and comfort. Exams include all parts of the vasculature structures and organ systems.

SPECIFIC SKILLS NEEDED

• Technical skills in nuclear medicine technology
• Technical skills in computed tomography
• Knowledge of all vasculature and organ systems
• Skilled in the use of radioisotopes
• Basic patient care and assessment techniques
• Knowledgeable in ALARA, radiation physics, radiation biology, radiation protection and medical terminology.
• High degree of accuracy in radioisotope exposure techniques

Required:

• State of California DHS License (N) (R)
• ARRT certification in CT and/or NMTCB certification in PET
• Two (2) years training in an AMA approved school for Nuclear Medicine Technology
• CPR/BLS