DIC PET/CT Technologist

Northwell Health; Village of Lake Success (NY); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Northwell Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to operate PET/CT, SPECT/CT and other imaging equipment, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images and patient safety.

Qualified candidates will hold a accredited Nuclear Medicine program degree, NY licensure, and ARRT/NMTCB certifications, with BLS and prior NM experience. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program.
• Current New York State licensure as Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• R.T.(N) or CNMT registration with ARRT/NMTCB is required.
• R.T.(CT) registration with ARRT or NMTCB CT certification is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification is required.
• Prior experience in Nuclear Medicine is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsabilités

• Prepare patients for exams and explain procedures.
• Operate Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT and SPECT/CT equipment.
• Prepare radiopharmaceuticals and administer radiopharmaceuticals as prescribed.
• Label images with patient information and ensure quality for radiologist review.
• Perform QC on radiopharmaceuticals and dosing equipment.
• Dispose of radioactive waste per NYS regulations.
• Perform related duties as required.

Connaissances

Communication

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Formation

Graduate of accredited Nuclear Medicine program

Description du poste

Job 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 Detail

The 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).