Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Escondido, California
Palomar Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Technologist

Location: Escondido, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Schedule: 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts, Days
No Locals Accepted

Required Certifications

• Board Certified Nuclear Med Tech and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (NVTCB) or ARRT (N)
• American Heart Association recognized BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, must carry copy at all times
• NIH Stroke Certification (NIHSS) required for Radiology Interventional and other units (due by 2/14/2024)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated, assume standard for specialty (minimum 1+ years recommended)
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check within 30 days of start, including:

  • County criminal search
  • National criminal search
  • Sex offender search
  • FACIS Level 3 (OIG/GSA)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel within 30 days prior to start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NP
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start (renewal requirements vary by contract type)
• Flu vaccination or declination form required prior to start and annually during flu season
• TB testing: Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
• Other immunizations: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella (vaccines or positive titers or declination accepted)
• COVID vaccination preferred but not required (declination form if unvaccinated)

Additional Documentation and Training

• I9 verification required
• Driver’s license or state ID with address required
• Badge photo with white background required prior to start (no selfies)
• Online orientation required before start
• Pass/fail arrhythmia exam prior to start for applicable units
• Medication and pharmacology competency exams with minimum 80% pass rate, to be completed within 12 months of start
• Skills checklist updated annually
• References: 2 references within 3 years from manager, supervisor, or charge RN required
• Compliance with HIPAA and facility safety manuals

Notes

• This position requires working day shifts only.
• No local candidates will be considered.
• Candidate must carry all required certifications at all times during assignment.
• Some certifications and trainings are position/unit specific and may be assigned via the facility’s learning management system.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this travel contract opportunity in Radiology/Cardiology.