Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist

NYU Langone Hospitals; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health is seeking a Lead Tech in Nuclear Medicine to oversee daily clinical and operational activities within the department. The role combines advanced clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, including staff scheduling, workflow coordination, and quality/compliance oversight.

The Lead Technologist will oversee image quality, radiopharmaceutical handling, radiation safety, and collaboration with physicians and staff to ensure high-quality imaging and exceptional patient

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology is required.
• New York State Radiologic Technologist License in Nuclear Medicine is required.
• ARRT in Nuclear Medicine or NMTCB Certification is required.
• 5+ years of experience in nuclear medicine is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinical and operational activities in the nuclear medicine department.
• Lead staff scheduling, PTO, call-outs and vacancies; coordinate workflow and staffing based on volume and acuity.
• Oversee image quality and consistency across studies; troubleshoot advanced technical issues; implement new imaging protocols and technologies.
• Oversee preparation, handling and administration of radiopharmaceuticals; ensure radiopharmacy compliance and inventory controls.
• Ensure strict adherence to radiation safety standards and regulatory requirements; support audits and inspections.
• Maintain QA/QC programs for imaging equipment and radiopharmaceutical processes; monitor metrics and drive improvements.
• Oversee HIS, RIS, and PACS usage to ensure documentation and workflow efficiency; optimize patient throughput.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and leadership; communicate updates and expectations.
• Oversee training and competency validation for new hires and staff; serve as educator for students and technologists.

Education

Associate's Degree or Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.

Bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology.

Job description

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition‑free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.

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Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Lead Tech, Nuclear Medicine.

The Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for overseeing daily clinical and operational activities within the nuclear medicine department. This role combines advanced clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, including staff scheduling, workflow coordination, and quality/compliance oversight. The Lead Technologist serves as a key liaison between staff and leadership to ensure efficient operations, high‑quality imaging, and exceptional patient care.

Job Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Procedure Execution

• Perform a full range of nuclear medicine procedures, including complex and high‑risk cases
• Ensure adherence to imaging protocols and patient safety standards
• Serve as the primary resource for clinical decision‑making and problem‑solving
• Support staff in managing difficult or emergent patient situations

Leadership & Staff Coordination

• Develop and manage staff schedules, including coverage for PTO, call‑outs, and vacancies
• Coordinate daily staffing assignments and workflow to ensure optimal coverage
• Monitor productivity and adjust staffing based on volume and acuity
• Serve as the first point of contact for technologists regarding operational concerns
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and performance feedback to staff
• Assist management with hiring, onboarding, and staff development

Imaging & Technical Responsibilities

• Oversee image quality and ensure consistency across all studies
• Troubleshoot advanced technical issues and support staff with equipment use
• Lead implementation of new imaging protocols, technologies, and best practices
• Ensure proper utilization and maintenance of imaging equipment

Radiopharmaceutical & Radiopharmacy Oversight

• Oversee preparation, handling, and administration of radiopharmaceuticals
• Ensure compliance with all radiopharmacy standards and regulations
• Monitor inventory, ordering, and proper storage of radioactive materials
• Provide guidance and oversight for generator elution and dose preparation

Radiation Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to radiation safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Act as a departmental resource for radiation safety practices
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews (e.g., state, federal, accrediting bodies)
• Ensure staff compliance with safety protocols and documentation requirements

Quality Control & Performance Improvement

• Oversee QA/QC programs for imaging equipment and radiopharmaceutical processes
• Monitor image quality, repeat rates, and compliance metrics
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure regulatory readiness
• Maintain and review required logs, reports, and documentation for accuracy and completeness

Systems & Workflow Management

• Oversee use of HIS, RIS, and PACS systems to ensure accurate documentation and workflow efficiency
• Monitor scheduling workflows and optimize patient throughput
• Ensure timely completion and communication of studies
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and leadership to ensure seamless patient care
• Communicate departmental updates, workflow changes, and expectations to staff
• Escalate operational, clinical, or personnel issues to management as needed
• Participate in departmental and organizational meetings

Education & Staff Development

• Oversee training and competency validation for new hires and existing staff
• Serve as a preceptor and educator for students and technologists
• Promote continuing education and professional development
• Foster a positive, team‑oriented work environment

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, push, pull, or move patients and equipment (up to 150 lbs., with or without assistive devices)
• Prolonged standing and walking
• Exposure to radioactive materials (with appropriate safety controls)
• Flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and on‑call coverage as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
• New York State Radiologic Technologist License in Nuclear Medicine.
• ARRT in Nuclear Medicine or NMTCB Certification.
• 5 or more years of experience is required.
• BLS Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well‑being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $126,500 - $138,407 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.