Nuclear Medicine Technologist II
Company: Kaiser Permanente
Location: Modesto
Posted on: January 29, 2026
|
|
|
Job Description:
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Diagnostic Imaging
Director, prepares, measures, and administers radiopharmaceuticals
in diagnostic and therapeutic studies. Utilizing efficient and safe
processes. Performs related technological functions to ensure
optimal diagnostic quality of patient care. May direct and check
the work of other Nuclear Medicine Technologists. Essential
Responsibilities: As prescribed by Physician, performs diagnostic
studies on patients, using scanners or scintillation cameras to
detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ on
photographic film. Under the general supervision of the Physician,
prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials,
calculates doses, and administers doses. Administers therapeutic
doses of radiopharmaceuticals under direct supervision of the
physician. Measures radioactivity, using Geiger counters, scalers,
and scintillation detectors. Calibrates equipment. Follows
radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive
materials. May direct and check the work of other Nuclear Medicine
Technologists. Performs other related duties as necessary. Grade:
890 Basic Qualifications: Experience Minimum of three years
continuous recent experience in nuclear medicine. Demonstrated
ability to perform all procedures and processes as determined by
the employer Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions,
short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple
correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in
one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and
other incumbents of the organization. Must be willing to work in a
Labor Management Partnership environment. Also refer to Position
Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining
agreement. Education High School Diploma/GED License,
Certification, Registration American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists Certificate - Nuclear Medicine Technologist from
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists OR Medical Lab
Technician Certificate from American Society for Clinical Pathology
OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certificate from Nuclear Medicine
Technology Certification Board Nuclear Medical Technologist
Certificate (California) Basic Life Support Additional
Requirements: Preferred Qualifications:
Keywords: Kaiser Permanente, Lincoln , Nuclear Medicine Technologist II, Healthcare , Modesto, California