Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Crystal Run Healthcare

UnitedHealth Group; New York (NY); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking dedicated professionals to join their dynamic team in the Tri-State area. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and a team that is passionate about patient care. Responsibilities include performing specialized nuclear medicine procedures, administering medications, and ensuring high-quality imaging for diagnostic purposes. If you are looking to make a significant impact in the healthcare field and thrive in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you. Enjoy excellent benefits, generous PTO, and a culture of growth and collaboration.

Benefits

Generous PTO

9 Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

401K with Match

Qualifications

• Expertise in performing nuclear medicine procedures for diagnostics.
• Strong background in patient imaging and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures.
• Administer radio-pharmaceuticals and operate CT scanners.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine Procedures

Patient Imaging

Data Analysis

CT Scanning

Quality Control

Education

Certification in Nuclear Medicine

Radiologic Technology Degree

Tools

Computed Tomography (CT) Scanners

Digital Imaging Technology

Job description

This is a full-time position with excellent benefits that begin within 30 days. They include generous PTO, 9 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, annual reviews, 401K with match to name a few!

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly Crystal Run Healthcare, CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York, Crystal Run Healthcare and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Location: 155 Crystal Run Rd. Middletown, NY

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures and examinations for radiological diagnosis
• Administer radio-pharmaceuticals and medications for patient imaging and therapeutic procedures
• Operate computed tomography (CT) scanners that are used in conjunction with nuclear medicine procedures (PET technologists only)
• Provide images, data analysis and patient information for diagnostic interpretation or therapeutic procedures
• Process data and enhancing digital images using advanced computer technology
• Evaluate images to determine the technical quality and calibration of instrumentation
• Evaluate new protocols
• Assist in the completion of the accreditation process for American College of Radiology (ACR) every 3 years
• Perform quality control and reporting tasks, setting up and conducting procedures, maintain day-to-day schedules, assisting radiologist, and contributing to the efficient operation of the department assuring the quality and continuity of patient care
• Acquire patients' chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of any specific medical problems, contraindications to the study and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic needs
• Educate patients regarding procedure, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and safety
• Review each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of patients following the procedure

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role