Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a job in Anaheim, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• 1 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Staff

Job Summary:
Under indirect supervision and as prescribed by a physician performs the full range of diagnostic imaging procedures and in vitro therapeutic procedures utilizing radiopharmaceuticals that are used by physicians in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease processes and pathological conditions. Following prescribed procedures and protocols, utilizes a variety of equipment to obtain maximum scan quality.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Is responsive to the needs of others. Demonstrating professional maturity in all interactions with patients and staff. Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes  accommodations for such differences. Observes legislative regulatory requirements relative to radiation safety ( as defined in California Code of Regulations, Title 22 and Title 17 and the Kaiser Permanente Regional Radiation Safety Manual). Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of the age group served. Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive and accurate manner. May provide functional direction to assigned staff. Observes all applicable Regional, Medical center and department policies and procedures. Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
• Nuclear Medicine Clinical and Technical Duties/Responsibilities: Coordinates patient exams/studies by retrieving and processing patient requisition; reviews request for pertinent information and obtains patient history; in collaboration with physician, ascertains the appropriateness of exams ordered and the best methods to facilitate desired results Performs clinical imaging procedures/examinations using scanners and scintillation cameras including SPECT, whole body , bone densitometry, portable camera studies, probe systems and ancillary computerized equipment; follows guidelines as detailed in protocols, occasionally utilizing alternative methods due to unusual/unique circumstances or new instrumentation/procedures based on best judgment and expertise. Recognizes details/circumstances critical for a quality scan from which an accurate diagnosis can be made Performs diagnostic studies on patients as prescribed by a physician, using scanners or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce images of organ/area of interest on photographic film.
• Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectors; follows radiation safety techniques in the use and disposal of radioactive materials Performs in vitro laboratory tests using test tubes, water baths, ph meters, scintillation counting equipment, centrifuges, special calculators, computers, dose calibrators and other equipment. Performs all required quality assurance/control procedures Uses proper patient-to-instrument positioning techniques Obtains and formats accurate, fully labeled and readable films/worksheet presentations; archives and logs all required studies for future reference/use on floppies or magnetic tapes.
• Nuclear Medicine Radiopharmaceutical Duties/Responsibilities: Monitors wipe tests and documents all shipments of radiopharmaceuticals to and from Nuclear Medicine Department Observing all legislative and organizational regulations, prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials,calculates doses and injects/administers dose under the direction of a physician ; draws blood from patients,receives specimens and accurately records amounts of radioactive material administered to patients.
• Radionuclide Therapy Duties/ Responsibilities:Performs radionuclide therapy procedures by strictly adhering to Department protocols and/or physician instructions Prepares and administers radionuclide therapy doses and performs all required documentation Assists physicians in performing radionuclide therapy procedures.

Pay Grade: 26

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to utilize the principles, theories, practices and techniques of nuclear medicine imaging.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of human anatomy, medical terminology, physiology, radiobiology, physics, chemistry and mathematics related to Nuclear Medicine.
• Ability to perform independently, using initiative and judgment to assist the radiologist in formulating a diagnosis.

• Graduation from an accredited nuclear medicine educational program approved by the American Medical Association and American College of Nuclear Physicians.

• Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certificate OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Nuclear Medicine Technologist from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

• Nuclear Medical Technologist Certificate (California)

• Basic Life Support

• Two years clinical experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in an acute care medical center.

• Shift start times are variable and may be asked to other locations based on department needs.
• Must set availability to six (6) weekdays and four (4) weekend days.
• Includes rotating weekends.

Kaiser Permanente Job ID #1320518. Posted job title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist-Per Diem - Anaheim

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