Nuclear Medicine Technologist
PeaceHealth
**Description**
**PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington** is seeking a **Nuclear Medicine Technologist** for a **Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position.** The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is **$43.24 – $64.39.** The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
**Why PeaceHealth?**
**Commitment to Clinical Excellence:** PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center has again received an “A” Safety Rating from The Leapfrog Group
**Mission-driven, value-based employer:** PeaceHealth was named one of America's Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek and is among Newsweek's "America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters in 2024"! Be a part of our mission-driven culture where values guide every decision, creating a truly purposeful workplace.
**Details of the position:**
+ This per diem position offers scheduling flexibility, plus a competitive hourly rate of pay and differential in lieu of benefits.
+ Perform all routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures by integrating medical knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and accurate diagnostic information.
+ Applies ALARA principle to ensure appropriate radiation safety for self, staff and patient. Evaluates patient for pregnancy and/or breastfeeding prior to exam as indicated.
+ Operates computer and nuclear medicine equipment for data acquisition, reconstruction and documentation of images and performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images.
+ Prepares, calibrates and administers radiopharmaceuticals according to protocol.
+ Maintain records of receipt, dispensing and disposal of radioactive materials. Maintain records of equipment quality control, radiation monitoring and surveys.
+ Performs other patient care activities, duties and responsibilities as assigned consistent with caregiver’s scope of practice, training, experience and license/certification/registration.
**What you bring:**
+ Accredited Program Required: Nuclear Medicine Technology or equivalent
+ Minimum of 1 year prior experience preferred.
+ Required: Demonstrated venipuncture competency
+ Required: PACS/RIS knowledge
+ Required Upon Hire: Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification by NMTCB and/or ARRT-N
+ Required: Washington state Radiologic Technologist licensure
+ Required: Basic Life Support through American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
**This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.**
**PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.**
**For a detailed description of this position, or for questions, contact Andrea, atworek@peacehealth.org.**
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.
**PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.**
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