Nuclear Medicine Technician - Nuclear Medicine - Per Diem ; Union, Non-Exempt

Position: Nuclear Medicine Technician - Nuclear Medicine - Per Diem 8 Hours Days (Union, Non-Exempt)
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** Nuclear Medicine Technician - Nuclear Medicine - Per Diem 8 Hours Days (Union, Non
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ARH Arcadia Hospital    time type

Part time    posted on Posted Yesterday    job requisition idREQ    
** POSITION SUMMARY
** Minimum of one year in acute hospital base experience. Under the supervision of the Nuclear Medicine Physician, prepares, calibrates, logs, and administers radioactive isotopes to patients undergoing a variety of nuclear medicine procedures. Operates Gamma Camera imaging equipment, computers, and other isotope sensitive equipment to obtain a visual representation or measurement or isotope concentration in specific body areas/organs. Applies good interpersonal and communication processes utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills.
** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Attends continuing education as required to maintain State license. Attends in-service classes as assigned.
* Complies with all departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Documents unusual situations.
* Demonstrates requested anatomy through selection and administration of isotopes, proper positioning and effective use of equipment.
* Documents unusual conditions and/or limitations, records time examination completed, and technologist identification.
* Effectively uses the Information Systems programs.
* Lifts and transfers patients.
* Maintains compliance with State and Federal regulations relating to the use of radioactive materials.
* Maintains confidentiality of patient care and medical record information.
* Maintains nuclear medicine logs as needed.
* Monitors supply usage, orders replacements as needed.
* Performs other tasks as assigned.
* Performs safety inspection of equipment prior to initial use. Reports unsafe acts or conditions to department management. Complies with all safety and infection control policies.
* Possess the skills and knowledge needed to access the condition of the pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patient(s). Provides educational information to family members as required.
* Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Quality Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, quality improvement, and quality planning activities.
* Reviews Nuclear Medicine requisition, verifies examination, obtains patient history and checks for special instructions. Greets patients, verifies their identity, and explains procedure utilizing Aidet for Patient Satisfaction.

Job Requirements:

Education   Minimum (Required) Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology with National Certification from NMTCB or ARRT.  Work Experience   Minimum (Required) Minimum of one year experience in an acute care setting required.  Licenses and Certifications   Minimum (Required)   
• ARRT or NMTCB certification in Nuclear Medicine required.  
• Current California Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist  
• Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification.  Pay Transparency  The hourly rate range for this position is $52.58- $70.68. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

** USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance…