Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Catholic Health•New Hyde Park, NY

About The Position

Catholic Health Physician Practices is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join its imaging team. The role delivers diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using radionuclides. Nuclear Medicine Technologists provide patients with radioactive medication and operate imaging technology to track radiation within the body.

Requirements

Associate's or bachelor's degree, or a certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
New York State Radiologic Technologist License/registration in Nuclear Medicine.
Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine (ARRT-N) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

Nice To Haves

CT certification is highly desirable.

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 according to established protocols.
Monitor patients throughout procedures and respond to 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.
Prepare, calculate, and verify radiopharmaceutical doses using appropriate techniques and dose calibrators.
Handle, store, and dispose of radioactive materials in accordance with safety regulations.
Follow radiation safety protocols and regulatory requirements, minimizing radiation exposure to patients, staff, and self.
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Maintain accurate records of radiopharmaceutical preparation, administration, and disposal.
Document imaging procedures, patient interactions, and quality assurance activities.