Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Albany VA Medical Center is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform functional imaging and radionuclide studies. The role requires expertise in radiation safety and advanced imaging techniques. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in health sciences and certification in nuclear medicine technology. This position involves routine and complex diagnostic imaging, preparation of radiopharmaceuticals, and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience performing complex imaging procedures.
• Must be certified in nuclear medicine technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex diagnostic imaging including SPECT scans.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals ensuring safety.
• Calibrate equipment and perform quality control.

Skills

Radiation Safety

Imaging Protocols

Patient Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Health Sciences

Tools

PET-CT Scanners

Job description

Summary

The Albany VA Medical Center's Diagnostic Imaging Department is currently recruiting for one Nuclear Medicine Technologist. The incumbent performs a wide variety of functional imaging and non-imaging radionuclide studies, requiring the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and the use of specialized equipment. The work requires professional knowledge of Nuclear Medicine technology and radiation safety.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

1. Citizenship: Be a citizen of the United States.
2. Certification: Must be certified in nuclear medicine technology by the NMTCB or ARRT (N). Eligibility requirements include completion of a recognized nuclear medicine technology program with clinical training in radiation safety, instrumentation, procedures, and radiopharmacy.
3. Educational Background: Bachelor's or higher degree in a related health sciences field from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
4. Experience: At least 1 year of credible experience at the next lower grade level, performing complex imaging procedures independently, including advanced therapies like yttrium-90 and radium.
5. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to produce high-quality scans, understand physiologic processes related to radiopharmaceutical uptake, develop protocols, and analyze radiation exposure levels.
6. Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.

Duties

• Perform routine and complex diagnostic imaging, including static, dynamic, whole body, and SPECT scans.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring safety and sterility.
• Calculate activity volumes, create or modify imaging protocols, and interpret results.
• Operate PET-CT scanners, assess patient data, and communicate findings.
• Follow radiation safety protocols, maintain records, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Calibrate equipment, perform quality control, and provide radiation safety training.
• Perform physiologic and pharmacologic stress testing, monitor vital signs, and respond to adverse reactions.
• Perform other duties within the scope of a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, with on-call rotation.