Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist
About The Position
The Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist acts as the clinical “expert” for nuclear medicine at all locations where exams are performed. They serve as a liaison between front-line staff and management regarding workflow and safety concerns. This role oversees the creation and maintenance of exam protocols and the completion of ACR accreditation processes. The Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist assists management with day-to-day operations to ensure the department runs smoothly and efficiently, with responsibilities including patient safety, radiation safety, quality, maintaining regulatory requirements, and department workflow. They perform all functions of the modality within the scope of licensing requirements and handle other administrative functions as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited allied healthcare program, with an appropriate degree and certification in nuclear medicine.
- Must maintain a license and certifications as required by NYS DOH and a specific professional society.
- 5 or more years of experience as a staff technologist
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment and matrix environment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior leadership skills a plus.
Responsibilities
- Acts as the clinical “expert” for nuclear medicine at all locations where exams are performed.
- Acts as a liaison between front line staff and management for workflow and safety concerns.
- Oversees the creation and maintenance of exam protocols and completion of ACR accreditation processes.
- Assists Management with day to day operations to ensure the department runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Ensures patient safety, radiation safety, quality, maintaining regulatory requirements and department workflow.
- Performs all functions of the modality within the scope of licensing requirements.
- Other administrative functions as assigned.
- Modality Expert
- Liaison between Staff and Physicians
- Oversee the daily operations/functions of nuclear medicine.
- Assist Management in maintaining appropriate staffing levels
- Assists in recruitment of positions
- Assists management with HR related processes
- Direct regulatory oversight for modality including (DOH, Joint Commission), and certifications (ACR)
- Ensures patient, staff, and environmental safety specific to nuclear medicine and radiation safety.
- Assists with patient scheduling and patient throughput.
- Assists the Departmental Leadership team in maintaining budgetary, financial, and productivity measures
- Assists the Departmental Leadership team in the Capital Budget process.
- Assists with scheduling equipment maintenance, repairs and upgrades
- Trains modality staff on systems and procedures to ensure uniformity at all locations
- Attends department meetings as necessary
- Charge reconciliation and Charge Error work list review
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance that starts DAY ONE
- Generous paid time off to support a work-life balance, including 6 paid holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Retirement plan in the form of a 401(3b) with company match after longevity
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account—allowing you to set aside pretax dollars to better care for your health and the health of your loved ones
- Free yearlong unlimited CDTA Navigator Pass, including Free CDTA bike share program
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer paid Life Insurance
- Sign-On Bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
