Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Elmira, NY | $82,000–$105,000 + $15,000 Sign-on

Great Bay Staffing Group•Elmira, NY

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures in hospital and physician office settings. The role includes mobile nuclear cardiology, traveling with a gamma camera to physician offices across New York and Pennsylvania. The technologist works with patients from neonates through geriatrics and reports to the Supervisor of Nuclear Medicine. The position includes patient preparation, radiopharmaceutical administration and dose preparation, image acquisition and processing, equipment quality control, therapeutic procedures, and radioactive-material management. The technologist also supports accreditation and continuing education activities. New graduates may be considered; one year of experience is preferred but not required. The position is full-time and direct hire, based in Elmira, New York. Compensation is $82,000–$105,000 annually, with a $15,000 sign-on bonus. Relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

Current certification or eligibility for certification in Nuclear Medicine through NMTCB or ARRT.
Eligibility for New York State Nuclear Medicine Technologist licensure.
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured.
BLS certification, required within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Formal two- or four-year degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
One year of experience; motivated new graduates will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine and nuclear cardiology procedures, including patient preparation, radiopharmaceutical administration, and IV catheter insertion as required.
Acquire and process images using gamma cameras, PACS, and nuclear medicine management systems.
Perform quality control testing on imaging equipment and review physician orders for appropriateness.
Order, prepare, and calculate radiopharmaceutical doses, including managing Tc99m kits and bulk supplies.
Administer therapeutic doses and coordinate planning and pre-testing documentation with referring offices and radiologists.
Manage the ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of radioactive materials and waste in accordance with hospital and New York State requirements.
Travel to physician offices across New York and Pennsylvania to transport, set up, and operate a mobile gamma camera, working independently alongside physicians, nurses, and patients.
Participate in accreditation activities and maintain continuing education.