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UC San Diego

Sr. Nuclear Med Tech - La Jolla - 137645

UC San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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DESCRIPTION Under general supervision, performs routine to complex Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing radioactive materials and radioactive pharmaceuticals in accordance with established Nuclear Medicine guidelines and protocols. Performs radionuclide imaging of organs, organ systems, compartments physiologic functions, assays of body fluids, tissues and radiobioassays. Demonstrates and applies knowledge of Nuclear Medicine imaging. Demonstrates and applies knowledge of principles of radiation safety.

Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established Nuclear Medicine protocols to achieve the highest quality image. Follows protocols specified by the Radiologist. Educates patient, collects patient history, and communicates patient information to the Radiologist. Enters complex data into the computer systems. Reviews, verifies and evaluates images to ensure technical quality and image quality. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

California Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technician license issued by NMTCB OR Registered Technologist for Nuclear Medicine Technology issued by ARRT (R.T(N)(ARRT)).

BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

Recent graduate of a school of accredited Nuclear Medicine technology program.

Recent experience in a similar role and setting or new graduate of an approved Nuclear Medicine technology program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Understanding of various radiological systems to include PACS and RIS.

One (1) year of hospital experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be able to work various locations based on business needs.

Must be able to work flexible hours, days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, On-Call and overtime, if necessary.

PAY RANGE Annual Full Pay Range: $124,487 - $164,451 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $59.62 - $78.76

EEO STATEMENTS The University of California 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

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