Per Diem Nuclear Med Technologist - Outpatient Cardiology - Garden City

Job Description

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.


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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Per Diem Nuclear Med Technologist - Outpatient Cardiology - Garden City.


In this role, the successful candidate, under the direction of the Nuclear Medicine Manager, Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Medical Director, performs duties directly involved in a variety of technical procedures in the application of radionuclides.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Operates Nuclear Medicine equipment including Gamma cameras, Thyroid Uptake probe, dose calibrator and Geiger counter. Produces diagnostic images for interpretation by the Radiologist.
• Performs calibrations and Quality Control procedures and maintains proper maintenance of required records. Produces accurate floods on cameras. Reports abnormal calibrations on images.
• Responsible for preparing and injecting or orally administering radionuclides to patients. Identifies patients and procedures. .Maintains dose logs and properly disposes Radioactive waste. Adheres to the competency assessed by authorized user
• Responsible for Radiation safety, Infection Control and all other safety regulations. Attends annual in-services and document Radiation Safety and Infection Control practiced by the technologist
• Enters proper exam codes into the Radiology Information System (Carestream ). Arrives and completes exams in a timely manner.
• Assists in care and maintenance of facilities, equipment and supplies. Reports any equipment problems or malfunctions to the Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Instructs and supervises Nuclear Medicine students in clinical practice. Works with the students to perform exams as well as performing individual image evaluation.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Technical Diploma; approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program. Associate's Degree Nuclear Medicine Technology program or a related health field for all employees hired after August 1, 2016. For new Graduates, a Nuclear Medicine permit issued by NYS Department of Health New York State license in Nuclear Medicine. American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). Strong communication (both written and oral), problem solving, and customer service skills. Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of Nuclear Medicine equipment..


Required Licenses: Radiologic Tech - Temp Permit, Radiologic Tech Lic - NYS, Nuclear Med Tech Cert (NMTCB), Am Registry Of Radiologic Tech

Preferred Qualifications:
1 - 2 years Nuclear Technologist experience.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.


NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.


At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.


NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.


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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $53.00 - $53.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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