Level II - Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $78-85 per hour at Kaiser Permanente
Rodeo, CA
About the Job
Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist Level II for a job in Rodeo, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 1 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Staff
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Diagnostic Imaging Director, prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostic and therapeutic studies. Utilizing efficient and safe processes. Performs related technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care. May direct and check the work of other Nuclear Medicine Technologists.
Essential Responsibilities:
- As prescribed by Physician, performs diagnostic studies on patients, using scanners or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on photographic film.
- Under the general supervision of the Physician, prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculates doses, and administers doses. Administers therapeutic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under direct supervision of the physician.
- Measures radioactivity, using Geiger counters, scalers, and scintillation detectors. Calibrates equipment.
- Follows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials.
- May direct and check the work of other Nuclear Medicine Technologists.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
Grade 890
Basic Qualifications: Experience- Minimum of three years continuous recent experience in nuclear medicine.
- Demonstrated ability to perform all procedures and processes as determined by the employer
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
- High School Diploma/GED
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Nuclear Medicine Technologist from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists OR Medical Lab Technician Certificate from American Society for Clinical Pathologists OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certificate from Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
- Nuclear Medical Technologist Certificate (California)
- Basic Life Support
Preferred Qualifications:
Kaiser Permanente Job ID #1298956. Posted job title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist Ii- On Call
About Kaiser Permanente
At the heart of health care, you'll find Kaiser Permanente. As the nations leading not-for-profit, integrated health plan, we make a difference in the lives of members, patients, and communities across the country.
With 39 hospitals and more than 734 locations in eight states and the District of Columbia, we proudly serve more than 12.7 million members from coast to coast. Whether you choose to join a hospital in the Northwest, a clinic in Southern California, or a medical office in the Mid-Atlantic, we have many opportunities for you to shape the future of care.
Our teams are empowered to advance impactful and extraordinary care for all by pioneering health outcomes, encouraging diverse viewpoints, and creating new opportunities for learning and advancement. This covers more than our members and our employees; it also reaches far into our communities. Together, we're proudly working as one for a healthier today and tomorrow.
