Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Join a collaborative healthcare team where you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care. We're seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform a wide range of nuclear medicine procedures while ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance, and imaging excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, document, and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with state and federal regulations.

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures, including SPECT and SPECT/CT , and process images for physician interpretation.

• Start IV lines, administer radioisotopes, and remove IVs following established clinical protocols.

• Transfer imaging data to PACS, document studies in EPIC, and maintain accurate patient records.

• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality control testing on imaging equipment and report any deviations.

• Safely receive, store, document, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals and radioactive waste.

• Educate patients, collaborate with physicians and radiologists, and maintain strict radiation safety and infection control standards.

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, licensing requirements, and all applicable regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine or Applied Science (Bachelor's degree preferred).

• Current New York State Nuclear Medicine Radiologic Technologist License .

• NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification.

• Current BLS certification (AHA, HSI, or American Red Cross).

Ideal Candidate:
You are detail-oriented, dependable, and committed to delivering outstanding patient care. You thrive in a team environment, communicate effectively with patients and clinical staff, demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and technical excellence.