Job DescriptionJob Description
Utilizes technology that merges radiopharmaceutical imaging technology with other forms for medical imaging technology for diagnostic purposes. Operates Nuclear Medicine, Positron Emission Tomography (PET/CT) and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT/CT) equipment.
Job Responsibility
- * Prepares patient for exam.
- Explains procedure to patient in easy-to-understand terms based on professional knowledge.
- Screens for pregnancy and ensures consent form for administration of IV contrast materials has been obtained.
- Sets up equipment appropriately to administer prescribed procedure in a timely fashion.
- Positions patient for scanning according to departmental standard operating procedures.
- * Performs various exams using Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT and SPECT/CT equipment.
- Prepares radiopharmaceuticals according to activity and quantity required for prescribed exam.
- Dispenses prescribed radiopharmaceuticals to patient for oral ingestion or administers through venipuncture and intravenous injection. Utilizes appropriate flush technique for existing IV lines, as required.
- Disposes of radioactive waste and surveys exam area for radiation according to established protocols.
- * Prepares images/films for clinical review and assignment to record.
- Labels films/images with accurate patient demographics and required exam specific information.
- Assesses films/images for quality and accuracy of information.
- Completes necessary paperwork and prepares films/images for Radiologist interpretation.
- * Performs various quality control measures according to established policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Performs quality control procedures on prepared radiopharmaceutical kit/dose prior to patient administration.
- Performs regular quality control activities on dosing equipment.
- Maintains and monitors radioactive waste according to NYS regulations.
- Performs blood cell labeling according to protocols.
- Performs related duties as required.
*ADA Essential Functions
Job Qualification
- Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program, required.
- Current New York State Department of Health licensure as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, required.
- R.T. (N) registration with American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) OR CNMT registration with Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), required.
- Current R.T.(CT) registration with American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT), OR NMTCB (CT) certification with Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification, required.
- Prior experience in Nuclear Medicine, required.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
*Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
