Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Cortlandt Manor, NY - NMT26-10607

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Location: Cortlandt Manor, NY
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 17 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Day Shift | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Monday – Friday | 37.5 Hours/Week | May Flex Between 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Weekend/Holiday On-Call: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Local Candidates Required: No
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes

Pay Rate: $2,000 – $2,400/Week

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures, operate specialized imaging equipment, and ensure radiation safety and quality imaging.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program or equivalent recognized training.

• Current ARRT or NMTCB certification.

• Current New York State Department of Health license.

• Demonstrated competency in nuclear medicine imaging procedures and technology.

• Knowledge of radiation safety and radiation protection principles.

• Ability to safely handle radiopharmaceuticals within scope of practice.

• Strong patient-care, communication, and documentation skills.

• Ability to work independently and effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

• Willingness to participate in weekend and holiday on-call rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hospital-based Nuclear Medicine experience.

• SPECT/SPECT-CT experience.

• Experience with various diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures.

• Electronic medical records and radiology information system experience.

• Nuclear medicine equipment quality control and troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations according to physician orders and established protocols.

• Prepare patients for procedures and explain examinations.

• Verify patient identification, physician orders, and relevant clinical information.

• Prepare, handle, and administer radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols and regulations.

• Operate gamma cameras, SPECT/SPECT-CT, and other nuclear medicine equipment as applicable.

• Position patients appropriately and obtain high-quality diagnostic images.

• Monitor patients during procedures and respond appropriately to changes in condition.

• Follow radiation safety and protection practices for patients, staff, and visitors.

• Perform equipment quality-control procedures and report malfunctions.

• Review images for technical quality and completeness.

• Maintain accurate patient, examination, and radiation records.

• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

• Follow infection-control, patient-safety, regulatory, and departmental policies.

• Maintain required competencies, certifications, and continuing education.

• Participate in weekend and holiday on-call rotation.