PET / Nuclear Med Tech - Occasional - Variable

PET / Nuclear Med Tech - Occasional - Variable

Under the direction of a qualified physician performs a variety of technical procedures that require minimum independent judgement and initiative in the utilization of Nuclear Medicine for the diagnosis of disease.

Core Job Responsibilities:

• Operate Nuclear Medicine equipment to perform high quality exams and procedures.
• Follows established guidelines in accordance with NYS DOH (New York State Department of Health) and ACR (American College of Radiology) standards.
• Transports, transfers, and positions properly for exams.
• Provides radiation protection in compliance with prescribed safety standards.
• Orders, receives, disposes of radioisotopes safely.
• Review and complete exams in PACS.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of basic computer skills and patient care technologies, information systems and communication devices that support safe clinical practices.
• Obtain thorough health history and complete all documentation as required.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly quality control on nuclear medicine equipment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Satisfactory completion of an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology Program
• NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) and/or ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's Degree
• 5 years full time or equivalent Nuclear Medicine experience

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

• NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) and/or ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)

Disclaimer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details:

Req Id 98034 Department PET / NUCLEAR MED Shift Variable Shift Hours Worked 8.00 FTE 0.2 Work Schedule CWAT Employee Status A7 - Occasional Union 2005 - CWA Pay Range $38 - $55 per hour

Nearest Major Market: Utica