Nuclear Medicine Technologist I

The best thing about this role is that it allows you to make a difference by improving the health of our patients. Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist works under the medical direction of the Radiologist in charge and under the general supervision of the Nuclear Medicine Coordinator and the Medical Imaging Supervisor. The primary responsibility is in Nuclear Diagnostic and Cardiology Stress lab on a rotational basis. Requests for occasional cross-coverage at other alternate network locations is possible; providing both technical as well as prompt, efficient courteous service to our patients.

This individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assist the Radiation Safety Officer with reports, records, and statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes for our organisation's Radiation Safety Program. They need to have the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and provide the care needed.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing high quality test results in a prompt and accurate fashion.
• Explaining scans and procedures to the patients to alleviate fears.
• Performing all Nuclear Medicine studies and recording all data into the appropriate logs.
• Performing SPECT scans in accordance with established SPECT scanning protocols.
• Producing and storing high quality images for the Radiologist before the official reading.
• Maintaining appropriate record keeping for patient’s medical record, statistical information, radioactive utilization, and billing process.
• Participating in quality assurance on equipment as well as other Radiation Safety issues.
• Checking instrument calibrations daily; performing quality control procedures daily on equipment and reagents.
• Conducting ongoing equipment maintenance checks and calling service engineer for repair if necessary.
• Ordering isotopes, scanning kits, and exposure protection equipment.
• Maintaining adequate level of inventory for routine and emergency Nuclear Medicine scans.
• Attending necessary meetings to keep up with changes within the department.
• Performing similar or related duties as requested or directed.

What we need from you:

• Education: Completion of ASRT training program in Nuclear Medicine, required.
• Experience: Minimum one-year prior experience, two years preferred. New graduates will be considered.
• Licensure/Certifications: CNMT certification or ARRT-N registration, required; BLS certification, required; NYS Registration as a Nuclear Med Tech, required.
• Skills: Clinical Skills, Interacting with People, Reading/Writing/Comprehension, Organizing/Categorizing records.

Physical Requirements: Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects. Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, fit testing. Frequent grasping, hearing, reaching, standing, talking, walking. Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use.

Hazards: Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure. Frequent chemical exposure. Constant radiation/radiant energy exposure.

Working Conditions: Occasional odors. Frequent noise, vibration.

Benefits: Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through employee contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Total Rewards: Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include: Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time; Medical, dental and vision insurance; Life insurance and disability protection; Retirement benefits including an employer match; and more! Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range: Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Pay Range Minimum: USD $39.79/Hr. Pay Range Maximum: USD $59.68/Hr.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.