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Nuclear Medicine Technologist - East New York
AdvantageCare Physicians
New York (NY)
On-site
USD 150,000 - 200,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will administer radiopharmaceuticals and produce high-quality diagnostic images under the guidance of a physician. Your expertise will ensure patient safety while you perform quality control checks and maintain essential laboratory equipment. This position offers a competitive salary, a supportive environment, and a $3,000 sign-on bonus, making it a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about healthcare and technology. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in patient care, this role is perfect for you.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals under physician's direction.
- Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment.
- Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
Responsibilities
- Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies.
- Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients.
- Prepare stock radiopharmaceuticals adhering to safety standards.
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- Under the direction of a physician, administer radiopharmaceuticals intravenously to detect diseases, using radioisotope equipment to produce high quality, diagnostically accurate images in a manner that is safe and effective for the patient.
- Under the direction of a physician, administer radiopharmaceuticals intravenously to detect diseases, using radioisotope equipment to produce high quality, diagnostically accurate images in a manner that is safe and effective for the patient.
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals intravenously to detect diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of a physician.
- Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies, using a camera to produce computer-generated images.
- Use processing software to prepare computer-generated images for interpretation by a physician.
- Perform quality control checks on laboratory equipment or cameras.
- Maintain and calibrate radioisotope and laboratory equipment.
- Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed, using computer and following physician's prescription.
- Process cardiac function studies, using computer. Record and process results of procedures.
- Assist in preparing the final report for each test performed.
- Gather information on patients' illnesses and medical history to guide the choice of diagnostic procedures for therapy.
- Assist in preparing intake charts (including clinical data, consent form, referral form, and authorization information) for patients prior to testing appointment
- Explain test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provides them with assistance during test procedures.
- Prepare stock radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.
- Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
- Review cumulative monthly radiation dosage reports for all nuclear staff with radiation safety officer.
- Assist the radiation safety officer with any documentation needed by DOH for safety audits.
- Assist in maintenance of Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) accreditation.
- Associate Degree, preferably in Nuclear Medicine Technology (R); Bachelor’s Degree (P)
- Completion of an education and training program that has been accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT). (R)
- Certification by either the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) or the CAMRT nuclear medicine certification. (R)
- Minimum of 1-year Nuclear Medicine Tech work experience in a hospital or ambulatory setting (R)
- Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) (R)
- Ability to communicate effectively with providers, care team members and explain technical procedures to patients (R)
- Strong knowledge of use of radiopharmaceuticals (R),
- Strong knowledge of radioisotope camera equipment used to produce a computer-generated image and processing software used to prepare images for interpretation by a physician.
- Requisition ID: 1000002212
- Hiring Range: $44.00-$57.00 per hour
- Seniority levelEntry level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionHealth Care Provider
- IndustriesHospitals and Health Care
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