Job description

We’re offering a $20,000 New Hire Bonus Package – Relocation, reimbursement of CA fees, and sign on!

We invite you to come join our Wave Imaging team as a Nuclear Medicine/PET CT Technologist. This full time career opportunity has a Monday-Friday 7:00am to 4:00pmschedule, and is located at our multi-modality outpatient imaging practice in Newport Beach, CA. Our center uses (equipment) and provides a wide range of diagnostic imaging services to patients in a friendly and comfortable environment. As our technologist you'll:

• Perform high quality positron emission tomography/computed tomography images on patients while providing excellent care.
• Assure proper dose of radionuclides are ordered for each patient.
• Check dose labels to ensure the radionuclide is correct for each patient procedure.
• Examine doses and adjust accordingly to ensure each dose matches the recommended amount.
• Obtain blood sugar levels as needed.
• Start intravenous lines or perform straight stick venipuncture for isotope injection.
• Administer radionuclide in a safe and effective manner.
• Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients; guiding them through the process by gently talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.
• Monitor patients' well- being during exams; when patient discomfort or medical problems are recognized take appropriate action.
• Follow established nuclear medicine protocols and procedures.
• Perform and document surveys and wipe tests of incoming and outgoing radioactive shipments in accordance with departmental policies.
• Maintain a nuclear medicine information system for all patient dosing, calibration, receiving and disposition, and all regulatory reports required by the RAM license.
• Treat patients and patient's family members (or care providers) that may accompany the patient with courtesy, professionalism, and respect.
• Under the direction of the radiologist, administers radiopharmaceuticals to detect or treat diseases using radioisotopes.
• Disposes of and stores radioactive materials following radiation safety procedures.
• Documents and reports any over-exposures and advises management immediately.
• Respond to physician questions and needs regarding patients.
• Participate in projects and/or meetings, and complete other tasks as assigned by management.

We offer modality cross-training, hands-on training, advancement opportunities, inter-company transfer opportunities, and benefits including: medical/dental/vision coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, a pre-tax matching 401k plan, DailyPay (make any day a payday),employee referral bonus, a pre-tax flexible spending plan, education reimbursement, free life insurance, and a host of other perks!

Requirements: We're looking for experienced and professional PET/CT Technologist candidates who are able to independently perform all outpatient PET/CT exams and procedures with high quality results. We are willing to train any Nuclear Medicine Technologists that do not have PET/CT experience. Applicants must have ARRT(N) certification and/or NMTCB certification, a CA State License in nuclear medicine (ALL SCOPES DEFINED IN SECTION 30533, PLUS VENIPUNCTURE), BLS certification issued by AHA, a passion for patient care, and great communication skills! Recent PET/CT work experience (post externship) and ARRT(CT) is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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