Nuclear Medicine Tech
WorkFit Medical Staffing•New York, NY
About The Position
Workfit Staffing is looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. They will handle procedures and related techniques and procedures images for interpretation by and at the direction of a physician or licensed provider utilizing radio nuclides. Provides appropriate patient care and exercise professional judgement ensuring successful completion of procedure. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental protocols and policies, as well as objectives and initiatives.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved nuclear medicine program or completion of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
- NYS License in Nuclear Medicine.
- NMTCB and/or ARRT (N)
- BLS/CPR certification.
- Minimum 2 years of working as a nuclear medicine technologist and at least 1 year within the RRH organization.
- BS Degree in Nuclear Medicine or completion of a certificate program from an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine.
Responsibilities
- Utilizes protective shielding and prescribed safety standards for radioactive sources in accordance with department policies and NYSDOH regulations (i.e.: use of syringe shields, leaded containers and gloves, lab coats, wears film badge and ring badge). Demonstrates work habits that support the principles of ALARA.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding to select, prepare and assay radioisotopes according to manufacturer’s direction and radiation safety policies and procedures.
- Responsible for ordering prescribed radioisotopes and cold kits as needed per schedule. Maintains records of radioisotope receipt, use, storage and disposal in accordance with department protocols and NYSDOH regulations (including performing surveys, wipe tests).
- Other duties as assigned
