Nuclear Medicine Technologist I

Overview:

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. 

Responsibilities:

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist I works under the medical direction of the Radiologist in charge and under the general supervision of the Nuclear Medicine Coordinator and the Medical Imaging Supervisor. The Nuclear Medicine Technologists’ primary responsibility is in Nuclear Diagnostic and Cardiology Stress lab on a rotational basis. Requests for occasional cross-coverage at other alternate network locations is possible, providing both technical as well as providing prompt, efficient courteous service to our patients. In addition, this individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary
to assist the Radiation Safety Officer with reports, records, and statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes for our organizations Radiation Safety Program. This individual needs to have the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and provide the care needed.

• To provide high quality test results in a prompt and accurate fashion
  
• Explains scans and procedures to the patients to set aside fears; properly performs all Nuclear Medicine studies and records all data into the appropriate logs
  
• Performs SPECT scans in accordance to our established SPECT scanning protocols
  
• Ability to produce and store high quality images for the Radiologist before the official reading
  
• Performs protocol duties that include filing, logbook entries, and distribution of appropriate Nuclear Medicine documents
  
• Maintains appropriate record keeping for patient’s medical record, statistical information, radioactive utilization, and billing process
  
• Participates in quality assurance on equipment as well as other Radiation Safety issues.
  
• Checks instrument calibrations daily; performs quality control procedures daily on equipment and reagents
  
• Conducts ongoing equipment maintenance checks and if necessary, will call service engineer for repair.
  
• Orders isotopes, scanning kits, and exposure protection equipment
  
• Maintains adequate level of inventory for routine and emergency Nuclear Medicine scans.
  
• Maintains adequate inventory of isotopes, scanning kits and film
  
• Attends the necessary meetings to keep up with changes within the department.
  
• Attends monthly department meetings as recorded in the meeting minutes.
  
• Reviews meeting minutes when unable to attend, at the discretion of supervisor and coordinator.
  
• Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed

Qualifications:

Education:

• Completion of ASRT training program in Nuclear Medicine, required

Experience:

• Minimum 1-2 years pf experience, preferred
• New graduates will be considered

Licensure/Certifications:

• CNMT certification or ARRT-N registration, required
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days from date of hire 
• NYS Registration as a Nuclear Med Tech, required

Skills:

• Interacting with People
• Reading/Writing/Comprehension
• Clinical Skills
• Organizing/Categorizing Records

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping
• Frequent grasping, hearing, reaching, standing, talking, walking 
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, fit testing

Hazards:

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne
• Frequent chemical
• Constant radiation/radiant energy

Working Conditions:

• Occasional odors
• Frequent noise, vibration

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards:

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:  

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match 
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only): Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Min: USD $44.81/Hr. Max: USD $67.21/Hr. EEO Statement (Text Only): We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.