Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Montefiore Nyack Hospital; Village of Nyack (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Nyack Hospital in Nyack, NY, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals for diagnosis and therapy and operate nuclear medicine equipment to provide accurate imaging and patient care.

The role requires NYS licensure or ARRT/NMCB certification, with experience preferred. On-site day shift, 9 AM-5 PM, 32 hours per pay period, with a $45+ hourly rate and weekend on-call as needed.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience preferred.
• Licensure: NYS Department of Health.
• Registry with ARRT and/or Nuclear Medicine Certification Board.

Responsibilities

• Oversees modality-specific Quality Assurance Program.
• Performs weekly inventory of supplies; submits list of items to be ordered.
• Submits preliminary time schedule to Department Manager.
• Communicates issues to Department Manager for resolution.
• Performs responsibilities of Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

Skills

Nuclear medicine technology

patient care

Education

NYS Department of Health Licensure

ARRT Registry and/or Nuclear Medicine Certification Board

Tools

Nuclear medicine equipment

Job description

City/State:

Nyack, New York

Department:

Radioisotopes

Bargaining Unit:

NH- CWA

Work Shift:

Day

Work Days:

MON-FRI, ON CALL, WEEKEND CALL

Scheduled Hours:

9 AM-5 PM

Scheduled Daily Hours:

8 HOURS

Hours Per Pay Period:

32

Hourly Rate/Range:

$45.00+

For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

A. Job Summary: Administration of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnosis and/or therapy, and use of nuclear medicine equipment for detection and diagnosis of disease, injury and abnormality in a manner so as to achieve a high level of patient satisfaction.

Essential Job Qualifications

Experience: Three years of experience preferred. Training/Certification: Licensure: N.Y. S. Department of Health

4. Other: Registry with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and/or certification with Nuclear Medicine Certification Board.

Job Specific Contacts

General Contacts: Patients, doctors, nurses, visitors, other departments within the hospital.

Job Provides Direction to:

Environment and Demands

1. Environmental Demands: Exposure to infection and disease. Handling of radioactive materials. Periodically hectic environment. Must be able to handle several tasks simultaneously.

2. Essential Physical and Cognitive Demands, Manual Dexterity: Good hand / eye coordination. On feet most of day. Some heavy lifting. High level of customer sensitivity.

Part I: Hospital-Wide Standards

A. Organizational

Demonstrates adherence to Montefiore Nyack Hospital “We Care” standards including:

WORKING TOGETHER “ I will commit to work together in a courteous, respectful manner. I will demonstrate a positive spirit of service with all employees with whom I interact.”

I will:

• Place team success above individual recognition.
• Be receptive to new ideas and approaches within my workplace.
• Offer assistance generously without hesitation.

EMPOWERMENT “I will be accountable, responsible, and self-directed in all aspects of my work at all times.”

I will:

• See projects through to ensure completion.
• Problem solve with patients, family members, and other employees.
• Follow up to ensure a resolution.

COMMUNICATION “I will demonstrate positive communication in a clear, courteous and appropriate manner at all times.”

I will:

• Use effective verbal and written communication to patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees using the principles of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You)
• Use positive communication in my tone of voice, body language, and choice of words.

APPEARANCE “I will dress in a manner that reflects a professional and positive image of the hospital at all times”

I will:

• Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance.
• Adhere to the Hospital’s dress code policy.
• Promote and adhere to Montefiore Nyack Hospital’s guidelines regarding a safe and clean work environment for employees, patients and visitors.

RESPONSIVENESS “I will demonstrate the ability to provide timely feedback and communication to patients, visitors, and coworkers.”

I will:

• Respond empathetically.
• Apologize for delays and concerns.

EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE “I will strive to ‘do my best everyday’ in exceeding customer expectations.”

I will:

• Anticipate and address my patients’ and customers’ needs.
• Avoid negativity and exhibit a “can-do” attitude.
• “Manage up” fellow employees, physicians, departments, and the organization, to increase patient confidence both internally and in the community.

B.MISSION/STRATEGIC PLAN:

Participates in activities which support the mission of the hospital

C. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

1. Demonstrates the required job specific technical/professional knowledge, skills and abilities. *

1. Oversees modality specific Quality Assurance Program.

2. Performs weekly inventory of supplies; submits list of items to be ordered.

3. Submits preliminary time schedule to Department Manager.

4. Communicates issues to Department Manager for resolution.

5. Assists in formulation and implementation of modality specific policies, procedures and protocols.

6. Performs responsibilities of Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

Montefiore Nyack Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Nyack Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.