Nuclear Medicine Technologist
($15,000.00 Sign-ON Bonus, Relocation Assistance, Excellent Benefits and Compensation Package and more!)
We are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine procedures.
Position Responsibilities:
- Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine/Nuclear Cardiology
- Perform a full range of diagnostic procedures with precision and accuracy
- Conduct quality control testing on imaging equipment
- Review physician orders for appropriateness
- Prepare patients and administer radiopharmaceuticals
- Insert IV catheters as required
- Acquire and process images using gamma cameras, PACS, and nuclear medicine management systems
- Troubleshoot technical and clinical issues
- Radiopharmaceutical Preparation
- Order, prepare, and calculate doses of radiopharmaceuticals
- Manage Tc99m kits and bulk supplies
- Ensure quality control and compliance with sterile technique
- Radioactive Material Management
- Oversee ordering, receiving, distributing, and storage of radioactive materials and waste
- Ensure compliance with departmental, hospital, and New York State regulations
- Therapeutic Nuclear Medicine
- Coordinate with referring offices and radiologists for therapy planning
- Ensure all pre-testing and documentation is complete
- Administer therapeutic doses safely while following all radiation safety precautions
- Mobile Nuclear Cardiology
- Travel to physician offices across NY and PA using a mobile gamma camera system
- Safely transport, set up, and operate equipment in varied environments
- Work independently alongside physicians, nurses, and patients
- Patient Care
- Provide compassionate, age-appropriate care for neonates through geriatrics
- Maintain patient safety and comfort throughout all procedures
- Compliance & Education
- Participate in accreditation activities and departmental policy compliance
- Maintain continuing education credits and required certifications
- Attend annual training and educational programs
- Customer Service
- Demonstrate excellent patient interaction skills by providing care in a friendly, professional, and attentive manner
- Support a positive patient experience throughout the diagnostic process
Requirements
- Current certification or eligibility for certification in Nuclear Medicine by NMTCB or ARRT
- Formal 2- or 4-year degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology (preferred)
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist licensure
- Valid driver’s license and insurability
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development