Nuclear Medicine Technologist

We invite you to come join our Kern Radiology team as a Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography Technologist. This full-time career opportunity has a 5 – 8’s or a 4 – 10’s schedule, and is located at our multi-modality outpatient imaging practice in Bakersfield, CA. Our center provides a wide range of diagnostic imaging services to patients in a friendly and comfortable environment. As a PET/CT 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.