Job Summary

Nuclear Medicine - Principal / Sr / Technologist

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 specialty procedures. Active participation in clinical protocol development, improvement and implementation. The Principal Nuclear Medicine Technologist advanced responsibilities can include, yet are not limited to the following: Demonstrate competency and participate in the lead/coordinator role. Active participation in an annual performance improvement project or active participation in NM Quality Assurance/Radiation Safety meetings. Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct three or more of the specialty procedures, in addition to performing the procedures without direction. Active participation in clinical protocol development, maintenance, improvement and implementation. Active participation in research protocol development, maintenance and implementation.

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

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)

Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

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

The Radiology Department is a specialty medical service that offers a wide range of imaging techniques to diagnose and treat a broad range of medical conditions.

At UCSF Medical Center, we offer the full spectrum of techniques, using the most advanced equipment. Combined with Bone Densitometry, CT, Interventional, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, Ultrasound, and X-ray. We perform more than 500,000 procedures annually. In fact, a number of radiology advancements and applications were developed here.
Required Qualifications
Classification of hire will be determined based on requirements for each level. (Principal, Sr. or Tech):

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

Additional requirements for Sr. and Principal below:

• Sr. Nuc Med Technologist: All of the above AND Minimum 3 years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist AND Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct two or more of the specialty procedures within 6 months of hire/promotion
• Prin Nuc Med Technologist: All of the above AND Minimum 7 years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist AND Demonstrate competency and the ability to instruct three or more of the specialty procedures within 6 months of hire/promotion

Preferred Qualifications
Nuc Med Technologist:

• Prefer recent work experience in an acute care setting

Sr. and Prin. Nuc Med Technologist:

• Prefer recent work experience in an acute care setting.
• Prefer ACLS.
• Prefer a bachelor's degree in science, or equivalent credentials.
• Prefer previous experience in a Nuclear Medicine Technologist lead/coordinator role.

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 at diversity.ucsf.edu

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

Return to Search Results