Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team. In this role, you will perform nuclear medicine imaging and therapy, ensuring high-quality images and patient care throughout the process.

Responsibilities

• Review patient histories and physician’s orders.
• Educate patients on procedures, equipment, and exams to promote understanding and cooperation.
• Position patients and perform imaging procedures, adapting techniques based on patients’ age and abilities.
• Analyze imaging results and identify image quality issues, taking appropriate actions to resolve any problems.
• Enter, transmit, and report scan results accurately.
• Order, prepare, administer, store, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with established protocols.
• Continuously monitor patient conditions and respond to any changes as necessary.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of supplies in the Clinical Nuclear Medicine rooms.

Qualifications

• CT certified with PET/CT experience.
• ARRT certification in CT.
• Certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or registration as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) certified in Nuclear Medicine (NM) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Valid NYS License.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the field.

Equipment Knowledge

• Preferred knowledge in GE PET or Philips PET Scanners (not mandatory).