Job Description
Job Description
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Join a collaborative healthcare team where you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care. We're seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform a wide range of nuclear medicine procedures while ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance, and imaging excellence.
Responsibilities:
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Prepare, document, and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with state and federal regulations.
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Perform diagnostic imaging procedures, including SPECT and SPECT/CT, and process images for physician interpretation.
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Start IV lines, administer radioisotopes, and remove IVs following established clinical protocols.
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Transfer imaging data to PACS, document studies in EPIC, and maintain accurate patient records.
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Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality control testing on imaging equipment and report any deviations.
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Safely receive, store, document, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals and radioactive waste.
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Educate patients, collaborate with physicians and radiologists, and maintain strict radiation safety and infection control standards.
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Ensure compliance with hospital policies, licensing requirements, and all applicable regulatory guidelines.
Qualifications:
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Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine or Applied Science (Bachelor's degree preferred).
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Current New York State Nuclear Medicine Radiologic Technologist License.
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NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification.
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Current BLS certification (AHA, HSI, or American Red Cross).
Ideal Candidate:
You are detail-oriented, dependable, and committed to delivering outstanding patient care. You thrive in a team environment, communicate effectively with patients and clinical staff, demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and technical excellence.