Per Diem Nuclear Medicine Tech - Cardiology

Summit Health CityMD•New Hyde Park, NY

13d•$47 - $58

About The Position

About Our Company We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical , Village Medical at Home , Summit Health , CityMD , and Starling Physicians . When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com. Job Description Essential Job functions : Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and department policies. Measures concentrations of radioactive isotope in specific body areas to obtain information for use by the Radiologists in diagnosing patients’ illness. Performs cardiac nuclear studies including stress MUGA, Thallium and non-gated Technetium studies. Assists physician with procedures as . Gives reports to physician for review/interpretation within the time frame specified by the department. Programs computer for each procedure. Documents reason for test and any known allergies. Employs proper aseptic techniques in IV insertion and administration. Manages nuclear schedule for best utilization of time, patient flow and patient needs. Performs daily/weekly quality assurance procedures, calibration and flood analysis on the equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines. Troubleshoots minor problems, reports other problems and those requiring repair service to Supervisor of Cardiology Techs, Clinical Manager and Physician. Performs cardiac nuclear studies including stress MUGA, Thallium and non-gated Technetium studies. Assists physician with procedures as . Acquires clear images appropriate for the studies.  Accurately gates the study when . Performs departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards for SMG, NRC, and EPA. Follows proper procedures for spill and decontamination; reports contamination to appropriate authorities and regulatory commissions. Orders and logs appropriate information regarding receipt of radioactive materials and pharmaceuticals and dispose of radioisotopes according to industry standards and regulations. Updates nuclear Policies and Procedures to reflect current techniques and best practices. Adheres to the nuclear/ ProSolv workflow including preparing the preliminary report for the Cardiologist. Archives images according to SMG procedure.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
BLS certification
0 – 1 years experience
IV Certification
ARRT or CMNT
ARRT (CT) Certification
Ability to perform nuclear medicine procedures.
Ability to prepare and inject radioactive isotopes
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
2-4 years experience preferred.
Experience with Imaging Equipment, Dose Calibrator, Geiger counter – cutie pie CGM meter preferred.
Experience with Well & Probe Uptake System and Lead Syringe Shields & Lab Coats preferred.
Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and department policies.
Measures concentrations of radioactive isotope in specific body areas to obtain information for use by the Radiologists in diagnosing patients’ illness.
Performs cardiac nuclear studies including stress MUGA, Thallium and non-gated Technetium studies.
Assists physician with procedures as .
Gives reports to physician for review/interpretation within the time frame specified by the department.
Programs computer for each procedure.
Documents reason for test and any known allergies.
Employs proper aseptic techniques in IV insertion and administration.
Manages nuclear schedule for best utilization of time, patient flow and patient needs.
Performs daily/weekly quality assurance procedures, calibration and flood analysis on the equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
Troubleshoots minor problems, reports other problems and those requiring repair service to Supervisor of Cardiology Techs, Clinical Manager and Physician.
Acquires clear images appropriate for the studies.
Accurately gates the study when .
Performs departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards for SMG, NRC, and EPA.
Follows proper procedures for spill and decontamination; reports contamination to appropriate authorities and regulatory commissions.
Orders and logs appropriate information regarding receipt of radioactive materials and pharmaceuticals and dispose of radioisotopes according to industry standards and regulations.
Updates nuclear Policies and Procedures to reflect current techniques and best practices.
Adheres to the nuclear/ ProSolv workflow including preparing the preliminary report for the Cardiologist.
Archives images according to SMG procedure.