Nuclear Medical Tech

103 Rochester General Hospital; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Rochester, NY is seeking a Nuclear Medical Technologist to perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures, manage radiopharmaceuticals, and document data in the appropriate information system within the Cardiology department. You will ensure patient safety, maintain equipment, participate in on-call coverage, and collaborate with Nuclear Imaging Radiologists.

A NYS Radiologic Technology license in Nuclear Medicine or pending licensure is required, along with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine or certification program required.
• Compassionate, warm, and patient-focused.
• Strong computer and communication skills.
• Licensure: NYS Radiologic Technology in Nuclear Medicine or NYS permit with licensure within 6 months.
• AART and/or NMTCB Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Certificate of Registration as Radiologic Technologist (Nuclear Medicine) within 6 months.
• Primary source education verification within 90 days of start date.
• New graduates must provide official transcript or registrar letter upon graduation.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a safe and secure environment for patients.
• Maintains radiopharmacy and RIS/PACS information systems.
• Ensures imaging equipment is in optimal working condition.
• Provides on-call coverage for the modality.
• Consults with Nuclear Imaging Radiologist regarding procedures.
• Follows departmental radiation safety procedures.
• Follows RIS/PACS procedures for image acquisition/analysis.
• Back-up Nuclear Cardiology Technologists as determined by leadership.
• Attends hospital and departmental meetings and in-service training.
• Delivers excellent customer service and accountability.
• Assists the Med Physicist with QA/QC per NYSDOH and ACR requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Patient-focused care

Safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine

Certification in Nuclear Medicine

New Graduates: official transcript verification

Tools

RIS/PACS

Job description

STATUS: Full time

LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital (RGH)

DEPARTMENT: Cardiology

SCHEDULE: Mon - Fri; Days

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 employees will be held accountable for the same.
• Assists the Med Physicist with QA/QC as required by the NYSDOH and American College of Radiology.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine or completion of a certification program is required.
• Compassionate, warm, and patient-focused
• Strong computer and communication skills
• NYS License in Radiologic Technology in the area of Nuclear Medicine required OR must hold a NYS permit and obtain licensure within 6 months of hire
• AART and/or NMTCB Certification within 3 months of hire
• Certificate of Registration as a Radiologic Technologist, limited to the practice of Nuclear Medicine within 6 months of hire.
• New Graduates: Official transcript from accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school’s registrar’s office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation.
• Primary source education verification required within 90 days of start date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine preferred 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.
• For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
• Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE: $38.00 - $51.50

CITY: Rochester

POSTAL CODE: 14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, 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.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.