Nuclear Medicine Technologists

About the role

Adventist Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a job in Lodi, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Additional information

Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1952. We are comprised of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care, and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi and the surrounding areas.

Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive vineyards, and delicious local restaurants and bakeries. The allure of Lodi's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or the Northern California coast.

Job Summary

Administers ionizing irradiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from department physicians.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Preferred
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Experience in radiologic technology: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy [R.T.(T)(ARRT)] and applicable State Certification of Therapeutic Radiologic Technology (RTT): Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Preferred
• Fluoroscopy Permit from the state of practice, Department of Health Services: Preferred
• ARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Required
• State Radiologic Tech (RT): Required
• Facility Specific License/Certifications:
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required

Essential Functions

• Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification.
• Explains procedures to patient, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure.
• Delivers prescribed daily dose to patient, observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel.
• Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc., transfers patient to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.
• Observes patients for unusual reactions and signs of developing complications during treatment, reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician.
• Maintains a variety of records, including records of daily treatment; reviews patient charts to ensure accuracy.
• Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine, typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI, and OR), etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health Job ID #27852.

Benefits

• Continuing Education
• Bereavement
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Health Care FSA
• 403b retirement plan
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Holiday Pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Health savings account