Nuclear Med Tech - St. Peter's Hospital- Full Time

St. Peters Health Partners • Albany, NY

132d • $36 - $51

About The Position

If you are looking for a full time position, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partners, we care for more people in more places. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs all Nuclear Medicine procedures, SPECT/CT procedures and PET/CT procedures in accordance with department standards and is responsible for participating in the department's quality control program.

Requirements

• AAS in health related field and certificate program or AAS in Nuclear Medicine
• Current ARRT/N or CNMT certification
• Current NYS Radiologic license and Current ARRT/R or ARRT/CT certification
• Current NYS Nuclear Medicine license

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality nuclear medicine exams on incoming patients; may possibly cross-train and perform PET/CT exams as well.
• Assure proper doses and radionuclides are ordered for each day.
• Assay dose so that the radionuclide is correct and matches procedure.
• Administer radionuclide in a safe and effective manner.
• Administer contrast if needed, in a safe and effective manner.
• Monitor patient's well being during exams; recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action.
• Guide patients through this sometimes difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.
• Respond to physician questions and needs regarding patients.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus
• Strong orientation program
• Generous tuition allowance
• Career development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees