Nuclear Medicine Technologist I

New York Oncology Hematology • Albany, NY

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic PET/CT imaging, therapy procedures, and related functions. The role collaborates with the Radiation Service Director and Supervisor on technical issues, equipment performance, and quality assurance, and supports the New York Oncology Hematology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The position also supports procedure scheduling and front-office workflow, maintains accurate patient and imaging records, protects patients and staff according to prescribed safety standards, monitors scanner performance through daily quality control, and reports equipment malfunctions or service needs. The technologist contributes clinical data for patient follow-up, research, teaching, and educational materials.

The role is offered at $50–$70 per hour, with a $15,000 sign-on bonus tied to a one-year employment commitment and additional sign-on bonus opportunities totaling up to $75,000 over five years. The employer highlights professional growth and continuing education, a collaborative team, multiple Capital Region locations, and involvement in clinical trials.

Requirements

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology from an AMA-accredited program, or an associate's or bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology from an AMA-accredited program and PET/CT certification.
• CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) and/or ARRT (N) certification, and state licensure where applicable.
• General knowledge of patient scheduling and billing systems.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds and lifting and pushing patients in wheelchairs or stretchers weighing up to 300 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Three to five years of experience in nuclear medicine and/or previous PET experience is preferred.
• Certification in ARRT (R), ARRT (CT), or NMTCB (CT) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic PET/CT imaging or therapy procedures, including radiopharmaceutical injection, oral contrast administration, protocol setup, patient positioning, image reconstruction and filming, network image transfers, and archiving.
• Assist with procedure scheduling and related front-office functions to support smooth workflow.
• Ensure the accuracy of patient demographic information, report distribution, and patient files.
• Assist with collecting clinical data for patient follow-up and developing research, teaching, and educational information.
• Protect patients and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Conduct daily quality-control measures to monitor scanner performance.
• Report equipment malfunctions and service needs to the appropriate company or facility.
• Manage patient data and films, including printing, archiving, retrieval, network transfers, and tracking and logging loaned or requested outside films.
• Order necessary office, medical, printing, and archiving supplies and media.
• Collaborate with the Radiation Service Director and Supervisor on technical issues, equipment performance, and quality assurance.
• Support and adhere to the New York Oncology Hematology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Benefits

• Professional growth and continuing education opportunities.
• Sign-on bonus of $15,000 with a one-year employment commitment, with additional opportunities for total bonuses of up to $75,000 over five years.
• Multiple locations throughout the Capital Region.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree