Nuclear Medicine PET CT Technologist

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER:

Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits, relocation assistance plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!

FTE:

WORK SHIFT

PAY RANGE:

UNION:

SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:

Weekend & Holiday Shift: No

On-Call Shifts: Yes

Shift Differentials:

• Evening                                           $3.00/hour

• Night                                               $5.00/hour

Premiums:

• Weekend Premium                       $4.50/hour

• Standby Premium                         $4.00/hour

• Per Diem Premium                       15% (on base, in lieu of benefits)

• Certification Premium                 $2.00/hour

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for performing nuclear medicine procedures in Diagnostic Imaging, PET/CT, and the Heart Center, maintaining departmental standards in accordance with the WA Radioactive Materials License, and staying up-to-date on new techniques and procedures.  This position works under supervision of Radiologists and Cardiologists, while independently performing nuclear medicine testing, and administering radioisotopes safely to patients for diagnostic purposes upon the request of a physician. Work situations require a service-oriented individual.  Procedures performed require independent judgment, initiative, ingenuity, and strict adherence to radiation safety management guidelines.  Internal contacts are primarily with patient care staff.  External contacts include patients, families, physicians, and peers.

EDUCATION

• Completion of Nuclear Medicine Technology training and meets the requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Nuclear Medicine or equivalent Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologists (CNMT), required. 

EXPERIENCE

• Two years previous experience in Nuclear Medicine hospital and PET/CT setting preferred.

LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS

• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (N) or equivalent (CNMT) certification is required. 
• Washington State Radiologic Technologist License is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.