Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Sutter Health
Santa Barbara, CA

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SC - Sansum Clinic

Position Overview:

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist coordinates and performs quality diagnostic procedures in the specialty of Nuclear Medicine and Nuclear Cardiology. The NM technologist must possess and demonstrate knowledge of the following: radiation safety principles, anatomy/physiology, chemistry, physics and instrumentation, mathematics, medical terminology and pharmacology, venipuncture, safe patient transfer and positioning techniques, and ethical and professional conduct.

The NM technologist prepares, administers and documents activities related to radioactive isotopes and adjunct medications. The incumbent is responsible for the operation of a variety of equipment used to image, post-process, and document the anatomy. The NM Technologist ensures accurate documentation, effective communications and demonstrates knowledge of age-appropriate criteria when working with all patients, which include high risk and critically ill patients. Responsible for accurate charge capture.

Population served includes neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatrics.

Job Description:

EDUCATION

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• Graduation from accredited approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• NMT-Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Upon Hire
• RHN-Radiologic Health Nuclear Medicine Upon Hire
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire
• IV Certification Upon Hire

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Complete understanding of Nuclear Medicine methodology, equipment, radiopharmaceuticals, basic radiation physics/biology, computer skills, human anatomy and physiology required.

Must have basic knowledge of NM dedicated computer systems and a working knowledge of PC systems.

Ability to work independently.

Must be able to communicate and deal effectively and professionally with our customers (i.e., physicians, employees, patients, general public).

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $58.70 to $79.25 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. ​