Nuclear Med Tech

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Location: Saratoga Springs, NY; Employment Type: Full-time; Shift/Schedule: Day shift; Department: Nuclear Medicine; Salary Range: $31.84 – $52.27 hourly, based on experience and qualifications. About Saratoga Hospital At Saratoga Hospital, we’ve built a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care and a commitment to the health and well-being of our community. As part of the Albany Med Health System, we combine advanced technology with a deeply personal approach—creating a supportive environment for patients, staff, and providers alike. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. About The Role We’re looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team and help us continue delivering the level of care our patients and families deserve. In this role, you’ll be a vital part of our clinical team, ensuring excellent service, collaboration, and patient outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment. As the Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will perform tests and examinations in the field of Nuclear Medicine, obtain data used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, and accurately record results of testing. You will follow hospital and Nuclear Medicine policies and guidelines of the New York State Department of Health. What You’ll Do Administers diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals according to hospital policies & procedures and NYS Department of Health regulations; reconstitutes and prepares radiopharmaceuticals for patient injection according to protocol and based on patient’s age specific needs. Implements radiation safety procedures and techniques based on radiation safety theory, hospital policies & procedures and NYS Department of Health regulations. Maintains and operates a variety of nuclear medicine equipment and computers to obtain images and patient data; verifies the credibility of this data before physician interpretation. Reviews patient history and requisitions for pertinent information and adjusts diagnostic dosing and imaging protocols accordingly (i.e., body habitus, age specific needs); explains procedures and process to patients, addressing age specific needs. Provides physicians with pertinent patient information to assist in the interpretation of Nuclear Medicine images. Assists radiologist in the administration of therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals. Completes appropriate radiation and equipment QA surveys at the required time intervals (i.e., area surveys, wipe surveys, floods, resolutions, constancy, channel checks, linearity, RAM receipt and disposal, etc.). Delivers compassionate, patient-centered care in alignment with Saratoga Hospital values. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support health, healing, and service excellence. Performs clinical responsibilities with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. Uses hospital systems and tools to document care and support operations. Continuously seeks opportunities to improve processes and support patient and staff satisfaction. Serves as a positive, professional representative of our hospital and community. What You Bring Associate’s degree in Nuclear Medicine (required); Bachelors degree preferred; currently licensed by the State of New York as a Radiologic Technologist / Nuclear Medicine Technologist; certification or registration by ARRT (N) and/or NMTCB required; BLS certification required. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Commitment to providing patient-first, high-quality service. Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Why Saratoga Hospital A caring, community-focused culture rooted in teamwork and trust. Supportive leadership that invests in your development and well-being. Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs. Opportunities to grow within the Albany Med Health System. Located in beautiful Saratoga Springs, known for its vibrant community, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions. Our Commitment We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you’re passionate about healthcare and community service—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed—we’d still love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr