Nuclear Med Technologist - PET/CT - Garden City
About The Position
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nuclear Med Technologist - Garden City. Responsible for performing medically prescribed nuclear medicine procedures. Works under general supervision to ensure high-quality diagnostic results while maintaining patient safety and regulatory compliance.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree or Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology
- New York State Radiologic Technologist License in Nuclear Medicine
- ARRT in Nuclear Medicine or NMTCB Certification
- Current New York State Nuclear Medicine Technologist License
- Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine (ARRT-N) or certification from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
- BLS Certification
- Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a Bachelor's Degree or baccalaureate degree in nuclear medicine technology
- PET CT Registry preferred
Responsibilities
- Verify patient identity using approved protocols and review physician orders for accuracy
- Explain procedures clearly and obtain consent when required
- Prepare patients for procedures, ensuring comfort, privacy, and safety
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform imaging and non-imaging procedures per established protocols
- Monitor patients throughout procedures and respond to any adverse reactions or emergencies
- Adjust imaging techniques and protocols based on patient condition and clinical indications
- Operate nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including gamma cameras and related systems
- Acquire, process, and evaluate diagnostic images for quality and completeness
- Format, archive, and transmit imaging data to PACS in proper anatomical presentation
- Perform data analysis and provide results to physicians for interpretation
- Troubleshoot technical issues and adapt procedures to optimize diagnostic outcomes
- Prepare, calculate, and verify radiopharmaceutical doses using appropriate techniques and dose calibrators
- Handle, store, and dispose of radioactive materials in accordance with safety regulations
- Perform generator elution and prepare radiopharmaceuticals per manufacturer guidelines
- Conduct wipe tests and ensure proper labeling and handling of radioactive materials
- Adhere to all radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements
- Minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and self
- Perform contamination surveys and decontamination procedures as required
- Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
- Perform routine quality control checks on imaging equipment and dose calibrators
- Maintain accurate records of radiopharmaceutical preparation, administration, and disposal
- Document imaging procedures, patient interactions, and quality assurance activities
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of all required logs and reports
- Utilize Hospital Information Systems (HIS), Radiology Information Systems (RIS), and PACS
- Accurately document patient workflow, including exam start, completion, and departure times
- Schedule and modify exams as needed within system workflows
- Maintain cleanliness and readiness of work areas and equipment
- Assist physicians during procedures as needed
- Coordinate with healthcare team members to ensure efficient patient care
- Adapt workflow to accommodate STAT and emergency cases
- Recognize and escalate medical emergencies appropriately
- Provide guidance and supervision to students during clinical training
- Evaluate student performance and support skill development
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Financial security benefits
- Generous time-off program
- Employee resources groups for peer support
- Holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
