Nuclear Medicine Technologist

This position is with the Civil Service Union (CSEA)and is NYS Pension eligible.

Summary:

Under general supervision, the Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for advanced technical work involving the application of radionuclides to various designated portions of the body to assist physicians in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and abnormalities. Work involves the proper positioning of patients, the maintenance and adjustment of nuclear equipment, and the maintenance of radiographic files for a prescribed period. This level is distinguished from the Nuclear Medicine Technologist in that it includes work with specialized populations and does all out of department work. In addition, incumbents are responsible for patient flow and may oversee and assign work to the Nuclear Medicine Technologists. Does related work as required.

Licenses/Certifications:

Must possess certification and maintain current registration with either the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist; and two years experience in a hospital x-ray department or a private radiological laboratory where the primary function of the position was performing diagnostic work using radio nuclides.

Note : Only experience gained after attaining certification and registration will be considered in evaluating experience.