Per Diem Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Cardiology

Summit Health Management; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health Management seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to support the CT nuclear medicine department with radiopharmaceutical administration, patient care, and quality control. You will ensure regulatory compliance and safe imaging procedures while maintaining patient comfort throughout exams.

The role emphasizes accuracy in diagnostic procedures, adherence to HIPAA and EHR policies, and collaboration with the team to deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine or Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• ARRT Registration or NMTCB certification is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day patient flow in the nuclear medicine department.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals under supervision.
• Maintain compliance with CT state regulatory requirements and accrediting agencies (ICANL).
• Perform quality control procedures and operate imaging, laboratory and computer instrumentation.
• Explain procedures and address patient questions.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort before, during and after procedures.
• Attend required staff meetings and adhere to HIPAA/EHR regulations.

Skills

Nuclear medicine

Radiopharmaceuticals handling

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine

ARRT NM/ NMTCB certification

Tools

ARRT Registration

NMTCB Certification

Job description

About Our Company We’re a physician‑led, patient‑centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Assist with teamwork of the operation with the day-to-day patient flow, including but not limited to: the day to day functions and activities of the department, efficient and effective department operations and quality patient care;
• flexible to participate with rotating day shift schedules, assignments, paperwork, and monitoring of patient stress testing.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• The technologist will be responsible for assisting with the efficient operation of the department with other members of the nuclear medicine department and basic skills of all patient care services.
• Maintain compliance and quality standards with Connecticut state regulatory requirements and accrediting agencies-ICANL.
• Communicate and ensure compliance with institutional/departmental policies and procedures, quality standards and improvement initiatives, and safety standards.
• Complete proper preparation, calibration and administration of radiopharmaceuticals and pharmaceuticals (under the direction of an authorized user), the performance of quality control procedures, and the operation of imaging, laboratory and computer instrumentation.
• Completion and documentation of daily, weekly, and monthly camera quality control, along with required daily and weekly departmental tasks(I.E. surveys and wipes)
• Perform all diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures accurately following department protocols.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort before, during and after procedures.
• Explain procedure and address patient questions or concerns.
• Follows policies and procedures to ensure patient care.
• Attends required staff meetings.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality.
• Follows all rules regarding “breaking glass” in electronic health record (EHR).
• Adheres to HIPAA, OSHA and EHR regulations.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Associate degree/Certified Vocational Training or bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine ARRT Registration or NMTCB required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
• 1 year of relevant experience is preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally under pressure.
• Ability to set priorities, be organized and be a self-starter.
• Ability to work in a team and to share responsibilities and duties.
• Ability to resolve interpersonal conflict in a straightforward and timely manner.
• Ability to be friendly, empathic and an adept communicator.
• Ability to treat both staff and patients with respect.

Working Conditions, Physical Requirements

Support function will occur within Cardiology practice clinical settings and work spaces. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, preparations and other conditions common to a physician’s office. Support function will occur within various clinical settings and workspaces. Incumbent may be required to work at any facility based on operation need, and schedule may vary. Travel to various practice locations will require ability to drive, valid driver’s license and use of own reliable transportation. Physical activity will include walking, standing, and sitting. Physical demands may also include lifting and carrying equipment up to 30 lbs. or providing physical assistance to patients. Must be able to lift 50-75lbs. Other physical requirements include speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate effectively by phone or in person at normal volumes; vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc.; and good manual dexterity. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Our Commitment Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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We’re a physician‑led, patient‑centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD and Starling Physicians. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. The work we do is changing the lives of our patients, our communities, and each other. Join us as we deliver the care we want to see in the world. Together, we can create better outcomes for all.