Radiologic Technologist; Nuclear Med Tech - Contract

Req Number 141981Perform imaging procedures utilizing appropriate equipment and technique.Responsibilities:

Perform imaging procedures utilizing appropriate equipment and technique

Positions patients appropriately

Positions camera close to patient

Performs appropriate imaging for body site

Collects significant procedure counts for adequate imaging

Administration of appropriate radiopharmaceuticals safely under the direction of the nuclear medicine physician

Wears monitoring badges

Utilizes shielding

Administers radiopharmaceuticals by appropriate route

Preparation and Safe handling of Radiopharmaceuticals

Wears appropriate lab attire Dispensing radiopharmaceuticals

Wears protective gear (gloves)

Utilizes lead shielding

Utilizes other shielding as appropriate (e.g.; plastic )

Process data and archives

Processes SPECT acquisitions using appropriate filters

Processes Renal studies

Makes copies of images as requested

Transfers studies to network

Archives data and verifies its receipt in PACS

Scans all relevant documents into PACS

Perform quality control on imaging and gamma counting equipment

Performs QC procedures when assigned; Analyzes results & advises Manager of possible problems

Receipt of radiopharmaceuticals

Dispensing radiopharmaceuticals

Reconstitution of kits

Documents dose administered to patients

Documents disposal of radiopharmaceuticals

Provide safe and appropriate patient care

Positions patients minimizing discomfort

Places patients on imaging equipment safely

Responsive to patients' concerns regarding placement within gamma camera

Maintains a clean and safe work environment

Stores supplies in appropriate areas

Keeps work area clean

Replaces surface barriers that prevent spread of radioactive contamination

Recycles lead back to vendor

Performs related duties, as required

Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED, required. Completion of two (2) years American Medical Association approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology, required. Bachelor's degree preferred

Licensed by the State of New York to practice Nuclear Medicine, required

Certified by the ARRT or NMTCB, required.

Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $45-$85/hourIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.