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At Natividad, our dedication to the people of Monterey County is at the heart of everything we do—from the health care services we provide to the specialized programs we promote. This commitment to our community spans more than 130 years and, more importantly, has touched countless lives. It has also earned us a Joint Commission ranking in the top percentile of hospitals nationwide. If you believe in inspiring healthy lives by focusing on community-based care, consider joining Natividad today.

NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST

Natividad is currently seeking per diem Nuclear Medicine Technologists. Under general supervision, incumbents perform a variety of technical procedures involving the utilization of radioactive isotopes for the diagnosis and treatment of disease; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties:

• Perform prescribed nuclear medicine imaging procedures used in medical diagnosis and evaluation, according to established laws, policies, regulations and standards; calculate, prepare, calibrate and administer dosages of radiopharmaceuticals; administer medication for radioactive tracer dosages, orally or through venipunctures, under medical supervision; evaluate patient charts to facilitate procedure planning.
• Prepare patients for test procedures; provide instructions to patients before, during and after examinations; ensure that patients are properly dressed for procedures; position patients for the scheduled test and according to prescribed safety standards; shield patients as required; select and use proper immobilization and supportive devices when necessary.
• Set camera detectors, adjusting for proper angle, height and setting for each particular examination; calculate and verify the strength of radiopharmaceuticals, measure and dilute precise quantities of radioactive materials; perform computerized analyses and manipulation of readings; perform statistical calculations on test results; post results of test to proper forms and route to physician for interpretation.
• Ensure quality control of nuclear medicine supplies, equipment and test results; calibrate equipment and instruments to maintain standards and confirm/ensure proper performance; review films for proper identification and quality checks.
• Maintain appropriate records of radioisotope receipt, storage, use and disposal in accordance with State, Federal and accreditation requirements; monitor work areas for radioactivity.
• Learn and implement new test procedures as necessary; keep informed on new technical developments; may demonstrate nuclear medicine and other radiographic techniques to students and/or other employees.
• Prepare stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials; report equipment malfunctions; clean or store contaminated instruments, gloves and other items; clean work areas; maintain and replenish supplies.
• May perform routine diagnostic examinations and assist with fluoroscopic and special radiographic procedures, if appropriately licensed.
• Perform special projects as assigned; prepare correspondence, reports and other documents; provide excellent public relations and customer service in all assigned activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required License: Possession of a current and valid certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the State of California Department of Public Health Radiologic Health Branch (RHB). (Please ensure that the name on your certificate matches the name on your application, as all certifications will be verified via primary source)
 
Thorough knowledge of:

• Principles, procedures, methods, terminology and equipment related to nuclear medicine technology
• Radioactive materials and electronic equipment commonly used in a hospital nuclear medicine laboratory
• Nuclear medicine equipment and radiation safety (for both the patient and the operator); proper safety precautions and procedures involved in handling specimens, equipment, instruments and supplies
• Current laws and standards regarding nuclear medicine technology including those required by The Joint Commission (TJC), the State of California and, if applicable, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission 

For more information or to request application materials, contact Natividad, Human Resources Department, 1441 Constitution Blvd., Salinas, CA 93906, (831) 783-2700, apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty/jobs/4705229/nuclear-medicine-technologist or visit http://www.natividad.com. 

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