Nuclear Medicine Tech - Per Diem

Yale New Haven Health; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Rhode Island is seeking a qualified Nuclear Medicine technologist. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing various procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and maintaining equipment. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree, relevant experience, and state licensure. Strong skills in patient interaction and safety protocols are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Program.
• One to two years experience in Nuclear Medicine.
• Licensed by Rhode Island Department of Health.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competence in all Nuclear Medicine procedures.
• Completes safety modules each year along with HIPAA notice.
• Practices ALARA to maintain low radiation dose.

Skills

Competence in Nuclear Medicine procedures

Ability to follow safety protocols

Flexibility with work schedule

Patient interaction skills

Proficiency with Nuclear Medicine equipment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate of an AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Program

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values – integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion – must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Responsibilities

• 1. Policies and Procedures
• 1.1 Demonstrates competence in all Nuclear Medicine procedures.
• 2. Education/In‑Service
• 2.1 Completes safety modules each year along with HIPAA notice.
• 3. Work Ethics
• 3.1 Ability to be flexible with work schedule and coordinate workflow.
• 4. Patient Interaction
• 4.1 Greeting all patients following AIDET and making any necessary adjustments to the exam based on the patient's age group.
• 5. Safety
• 5.1 Practice ALARA to maintain low radiation dose to self and others.
• 6. Equipment
• 6.1 Demonstrates competence and proficiency with all Nuclear Medicine equipment.
• 7. Processing
• 7.1 Maintains the ability to perform all required processing procedures on the Syngo computer.
• 8. Quality Control
• 8.1 Regularly inspects and performs calibration procedures before equipment is used for patient examination. These are performed daily, weekly, and monthly.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Qualifications

Education: Bachelors Degree, Graduate of an AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Program.

Experience: One to two years experience.

Licensure: Licensed by the Rhode Island Department of Health. Certified ARRT (N) and/or CNMT registered. CPR certification (BLS) required and ACLS preferred.

YNHHS Requisition ID 142069