PET CT Technologist

Montefiore Nyack Hospital; Village of Nyack (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Nyack Hospital in Nyack, NY, seeks a PET CT specialist to operate PET CT equipment and produce fused diagnostic images. You will administer radiopharmaceuticals under radiologist supervision, review patient history, and optimize imaging outcomes while emphasizing radiation safety and patient communication.

The role requires handling emergency situations, ensuring QA compliance, and supporting regulatory inspections. Per diem/variable schedule with day shifts.

Qualifications

• At least one year of PET CT performance preferred.
• ARRT-N certification required.
• ARRT-CT certification required.
• NMTCB-CTT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer radioactive drugs (radiopharmaceuticals) for diagnosis and treatment.
• Operate imaging equipment to produce detailed fused scans.
• Provide more complex technical care to ensure high-quality images.
• Perform in emergency situations.
• Maintain QA for regulatory and system requirements.
• Participate in accrediting agency and regulatory inspections.
• Follow Joint Commission and NYSDOH radiation safety standards.
• Manage orders for supplies and radionuclides.
• Participate in hospital meetings on quality, safety, engagement and finances.

Skills

PET CT experience

Excellent communication

Education

ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine

ARRT-CT

NMTCB-CTT

Job description

City/State:

Nyack, New York

Department:

PET CT

Work Shift:

Day

Work Days:

DAYS VARY, MON-FRI, PER DIEM

Scheduled Hours:

8 AM-4:30 PM

Scheduled Daily Hours:

8.5 HOURS

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Hourly Rate/Range:

up to $70 per hour

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.

Job Summary

Operates PET CT equipment to produce fused imaging of patient’s body for diagnostic purposes. Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table, using supportive devices to obtain precise patient position and following protocols specified by the radiologist. Administers radioisotopes under the supervision of the Radiologist. Reviews patient’s medical history and pending procedure to provide the best imaging outcomes. Provides excellent communication skills to the patient before, during and after the procedure. Takes an active role in radiation reduction for the safety of both the patient and the employee. Recognizes and reacts immediately to any emergency patient conditions and initiates codes as per hospital protocols.

Essential Functions

• C. Job Specific Contacts

1. General Contacts: (titles)

2. Job Provides Direction to:

D. Environment and Demands

1. Environmental Demands: Describe the physical environment in which the job must be performed.

2. Essential Physical and Cognitive Demands, Manual Dexterity: Describe the physical efforts, manual dexterity and cognitive skills required for the job (i.e., eye/hand coordination, lifting, pulling, walking, concentration, analysis, customer sensitivity, etc.).

B. MISSION/STRATEGIC PLAN:

Participates in activities which support the mission of the hospital

C. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

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

1. Responsible for Preparing and administering radioactive drugs (radiopharmaceuticals) for diagnosis and treatment

2. Responsible for operating imaging equipment to produce detailed fused scans of specific areas of the body

3. Well versed in Providing more complex technical care to ensure high quality images

4. Must be able to Perform efficiently in emergency situations

5. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills

6. Will be responsible for all QA for regulatory and system requirements

7. Will participate in accrediting agency and regulatory inspections

8. Must be well versed in the National Patient Safety Goals as set forth by the Joint Commission and NYSDOH as it relates to patient safety including but not limited to patient double identifier, infection control prevention, proper medication management and radiation safety management

9. Will be responsible for order management of all supplies and radionuclides

10. Will have an active role in hospital meetings as they relate to quality, safety, engagement and financial responsibility

* Document on addendum age specific competency.

Part II: Employee Performance Standards

A. CUSTOMER SERVICE:

1. Demonstrates the ability to create a positive interaction with the customer.

2. Demonstrates positive communication with people of different cultures, values & beliefs.

3. Demonstrates the ability to acknowledge customer concerns and takes corrective action.

4. Demonstrates compliance with identified customer service behaviors.

5. Provides escort to customers when necessary.

B. PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT:

1. Participates in Department/Hospital-wide activities which improve processes and/or outcomes.

2. Utilizes resources to maintain and improve self development and knowledge.

3. Complies with licensure and/or certification requirements.

4. Participates in annual competency assessment.

C. BUDGET:

1. Demonstrates fiscally prudent use of equipment and supplies.

2. Utilizes charge process for supplies/equipment.

D. PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS:

1. Completes projects/assignments within projected time frames and expectations.

2. Participates in committees and task forces as requested.

3. Performs other duties as assigned within classification.

4. Assists with the orientation process for new hires.

Qualifications

• At least One year of PET CT performance Preferred
• ARRT-N - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Nuclear Medicine - AMERICAN REGISTERY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS (ARRT)
• ARRT-CT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Computed Tomography - AMERICAN REGISTERY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS (ARRT)
• NMTCB-CTT - Certified Tomography Technologist - NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATION BOARD (NMTCB)

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.