Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Catholic Health; Village of New Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health Physician Practices in New Hyde Park, NY is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join an expert imaging team delivering diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using radionuclides.

The role involves patient prep, radiopharmaceutical administration, imaging, data management to PACS, and collaboration with physicians. A NY Radiologic Technologist license (Nuclear Medicine) and ARRT-N/NMTCB certification are required; CT certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Licensed and qualified to perform nuclear medicine procedures in NY.
• Knowledge of radiopharmaceutical preparation and safety.
• Ability to interact with physicians and patients clearly.
• Desirable CT certification and NMTCB/ARRT-N credentials.

Responsibilities

• Verify orders, obtain consent, and prepare patients for procedures.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform imaging per protocols.
• Monitor patients during procedures and handle emergencies if needed.
• Operate imaging equipment and process images for quality.
• Format and transmit data to PACS with correct anatomical presentation.
• Calculate and verify radiopharmaceutical doses and manage safety.

Skills

Radiology imaging knowledge

Safety protocols

Patient communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree or Certificate in Radiologic Technology

New York State Radiologic Technologist License/Registration in Nuclear Medicine

ARRT-N or NMTCB certification

CT certification desirable

Tools

Gamma cameras

PACS

Job description

Overview

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Catholic Health Physician Practices

Join the expert imaging team at Catholic Health as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using radionuclides

Job Details

Nuclear medicine technologists are responsible for providing patients with radioactive medication and operating imaging technology to track the radiation within the patient’s body.

Responsibilities:

• Verify patient identity using approved protocols and review physician orders for accuracy
• Explain procedures clearly and obtain consent when required
• Prepare patients for procedures, ensuring comfort, privacy, and safety
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform imaging and non-imaging procedures per established protocols
• Monitor patients throughout procedures and respond to any adverse reactions or emergencies
• Adjust imaging techniques and protocols based on patient condition and clinical indications
• Operate nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and related systems
• Acquire, process, and evaluate diagnostic images for quality and completeness
• Format, archive, and transmit imaging data to PACS in proper anatomical presentation
• Perform data analysis and provide results to physicians for interpretation
• Prepare, calculate, and verify radiopharmaceutical doses using appropriate techniques and dose calibrators
• Handle, store, and dispose of radioactive materials in accordance with safety regulations
• Adhere to all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements
• Minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and self
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Maintain accurate records of radiopharmaceutical preparation, administration, and disposal
• Document imaging procedures, patient interactions, and quality assurance activities

Requirements:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree or Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology
• New York State Radiologic Technologist License/registration in Nuclear Medicine required
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine (ARRT-N) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) required
• CT certification highly desirable

Salary Range

USD $55.00 - USD $70.50 /Hr.

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