Nuclear Medicine Manager (Hourly/Per Diem Evenings) - Multiple Positions

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 82,656 - 117,096; Part time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking an hourly/per diem Nuclear Medicine Manager / TH Medical Radiography Assistant Director (Evenings). The role involves supervising a range of diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures, performing quality control, and ensuring compliance with Joint Commission and New York Department of Health standards.

The candidate will prepare radiopharmaceuticals, perform diagnostic studies, and participate in training for students and rotating staff, while

Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science degree required.
• NMTCB certification required.
• ARRT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform diagnostic nuclear medicine duties with independent judgment.
• Document quality control and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance (Joint Commission, NYS DoH).
• Prepare radiopharmaceuticals for administration and perform nuclear medicine procedures.
• Assist in training rotating student technologists and medical students.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Associate of Applied Science degree

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Radiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking an hourly/per diem Nuclear Medicine Manager / TH Medical Radiography Assistant Director (Evenings). The successful candidate will perform responsibilities including:

• Supervise and perform duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgement and initiative in the utilization of diagnostic equipment.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively perform and document quality control procedures on nuclear medicine and accessory equipment, troubleshoot problems, and communicate failures.
• Ensure all standards of care are met for the patient population and adhere to regulatory standards such as the Joint Commission and New York Department of Health.
• Become fully knowledgeable of departmental policies and procedures including quality control.
• Prepare radiopharmaceuticals for administration by injection, ingestion, and inhalation.
• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures at a technical level; includes obtaining pertinent clinical and medical history and follow‑up examinations.
• Understand the effects of radiation exposure, radiation procedures, radiopharmaceuticals, computer applications, and imaging techniques.
• Ensure safety precautions for patients and workers regarding radiation exposure.
• Identify sources of radiation contamination and follow procedures for cleanup and control of radioactive waste.
• Assist in the training of student technologists and medical students rotating through the department.
• Manage emergent situations and provide care based on emergent needs.
• Provide patient care while performing imaging studies, ensuring accuracy of patient identification.
• Problem‑solve related to equipment usage and issues.
• Maintain a courteous and pleasant disposition with patients.
• Adhere to SUNY Downstate and departmental policies, including principles of behavior.
• Adhere to time‑and‑attendance policies.
• Perform other departmental related duties and responsibilities as needed.
• Learn and use computerized patient information systems, including Radiology Information Systems and PACS; exams must be completed immediately in RIS and verified on PACS; burn CDs and DVDs as required.
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling availability for on‑call, holiday, and emergency coverage.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science degree.
• Nuclear Medicine Technology certification (NMTCB).
• ARRT certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience or 10 years in Nuclear Medicine.
• Bachelor of Science degree preferred.