Nuclear Med Technologist

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Nuclear Medical Technologist to perform diagnostic exams and manage radiopharmaceuticals with strict adherence to safety and quality standards at Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY.

You will ensure image quality, collaborate with Nuclear Imaging Radiologists, and participate in QA/QC, while maintaining excellent patient-focused service in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine or completion of a certification program.
• ARRT and/or NMTCB Certification within 3 months of hire
• NYS License in Radiologic Technology in Nuclear Medicine required, or NYS permit with licensure within 6 months of hire.
• Continuing education classes

Responsibilities

• Establishes a safe and secure environment for patients.
• Maintains the radiopharmacy and radiopharmacy information system.
• Ensures that nuclear imaging equipment is in optimal working condition.
• Responsible for on-call coverage of the modality.
• Consults with Nuclear Imaging Radiologist regarding procedures.
• Follows departmental radiation safety procedures.
• Follows departmental image acquisition/analysis, RIS/PACS procedures.
• Back-up Nuclear Cardiology Technologists as determined by leadership.
• Attends hospital and departmental meetings and in-service training.
• Excellent customer service behaviors will be expected, and employee will be held accountable thereof.
• Assists the Med Physicist with QA/QC as required by NYSDOH and ACR.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

ARRT Certification / NMTCB

NYS License

On-call flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine or certification program

Job description

Description STATUS: Full time LOCATION: Unity Hospital - 1555 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14626 DEPARTMENT: Nuclear Medicine SCHEDULE: M-F; schedule will fall within 6:30 am - 4:30 pm.On call: Evening/Night, Weekends, Holidays

SUMMARY

As a Nuclear Medical Technologist, you play an important part in high-quality nuclear medicine procedures needed to deliver quality care to our patients. Performs all diagnostic exams, quality assurance procedures, the receipt, administration, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals, and records all data on the appropriate computerized information system.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes a safe and secure environment for patients.
• Maintains the radiopharmacy and radiopharmacy information system.
• Ensures that nuclear imaging equipment is in optimal working condition.
• Responsible for on-call coverage of the modality.
• Consults with Nuclear Imaging Radiologist regarding procedures.
• Follows departmental radiation safety procedures.
• Follows departmental image acquisition/analysis, RIS/PACS procedures.
• Responsible for back-up Nuclear Cardiology Technologists as determined by the Chief Technologist, Non-Invasive Cardiology and Nuclear Imaging.
• Attends hospital and departmental meetings and in-service training.
• Excellent customer service behaviors will be expected, and employee will be held accountable thereof.
• Assists the Med Physicist with QA/QC as required by the NYSDOH and American College of Radiology.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine or completion of a certification program is required.
• ARRT and/or NMTCB Certification within 3 months of hire
• NYS License in Radiologic Technology in the area of Nuclear Medicine is required, OR must hold a NYS permit and obtain licensure within 6 months of hire.
• Continuing education classes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

PAY RANGE

PAY RANGE: $39.00 - $52.00

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.