Staff/ Sr. Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Part-time

Job Summary

This is a part-time 60% appt position and work schedule is 8:00 am - 4:30pm on Tuesday to Thursday, or Wednesday to Friday.

The technologist is licensed in all scopes of practice as defined by the State of California Radiologic Health branch, and performs routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radiopharmaceuticals to assist in diagnosis and/or treatment in both the inpatient and outpatient environment. The technologist must be able to work safely in an acute care setting and be able to interact accordingly with anesthesia and/or other patient care departments that visit the Nuclear Medicine environment. Collects, prepares and analyzes biologic specimens and prepares data for interpretation. Responsible for performing radiation safety and quality control procedures on all Nuclear Medicine equipment as required by the department. Participates in orientation and training of assigned staff, students, residents, and faculty. Participates in performance improvement activities in the department.

The Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist advanced responsibilities can include, yet are not limited to the following:

• Demonstrate competency and participate in the lead/coordinator role.
• Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct two or more of the advanced procedures.
• Active participation in clinical protocol development, improvement and implementation

This is a part-time 60% position and the salary range for this position is $72.58 - $90.29 (Hourly Rate).

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit:https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

At UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, every aspect of our pediatric Radiology Center is designed with children in mind. We use the most advanced imaging equipment available for ultrasound, X-ray, fluoroscopy, MRI, CT scan and other imaging techniques that help physicians diagnose and treat various conditions. Each machine is carefully calibrated to use the lowest doses of radiation possible to provide the highest-quality imaging.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine training program
• Require CTNM: NMTCB or ARRT (N)
• Require CA state license – CA Department of Public Health, Certified Technologist, Nuclear Medicine
• Require BLS (CPR) Certification
• Must have flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate locations and shifts and provide coverage for weekends and holidays

In addition to the above requirements, the Sr. level classification also requires:

• Must have 3-5 years as Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct three or more of the specialty procedures within 6 months of hire/promotion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer recent work experience in an acute care setting.
• Prefer post-primary certification in Computed Tomography (ARRT) or (NMTCB)
• Prefer ACLS

License/Certification

• Require CTNM: NMTCB or ARRT (N)
• Require CA state license – CA Department of Public Health, Certified Technologist, Nuclear Medicine
• Require BLS (CPR) Certification

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available atdiversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Job Code and Payroll Title

009004 NUC MED TCHNO

Job Category

Allied Health, Radiology, Technical & Technologist

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Campus

Benioff Children's Hospital

Shift

Days, Evenings, Nights, Rotating, Weekends, Variable

Additional Shift Details

Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate locations and shifts and provide coverage for weekends and holidays.