Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Full-Time, Days

Are you a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist who thrives in a collaborative, patient-focused environment? UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a dedicated professional to join our imaging team in a full-time position working primarily day shift. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact by delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging while working with a respected healthcare organization known for excellence and innovation.

Why Join UPMC Chautauqua?

At UPMC, we combine advanced technology with compassionate care. Our Nuclear Medicine Technologists are empowered to work independently, apply sound clinical judgment, and contribute directly to exceptional patient outcomeswhile enjoying the stability of a full-time, day schedule.

Applicants will be placed in the level of the career ladder based on education, experience, and manager discretion.

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of $6,000 with a 2-year work commitment.

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation.
• Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
• Maintains appropriate records of the receipt, use and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
• Calculates, measures and records patient dose according to departmental policy and Radiation Safety Guidelines.
• Competently performs nuclear medicine exam at a high level of proficiency producing technically optimal results.
• Performs all quality control checks on imaging and non-imaging equipment to ensure proper performance and functioning.

Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program or candidate meets NMTCB alternate eligibility criteria. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: ARRT(N) or CNMT registry or registry eligible. Must obtain registry within 12 months of hire. CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. If working in a NY facility, you must have received certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and be Licensed through the New York State Department of Health.

• ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• NYS Staff Exclusion List (NYSEL)

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran