Job Information
St. Mary's Healthcare Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Amsterdam, New York
Job Requisition: REQ1999
Employment Type: Per Diem
Shift: Days
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Hiring Range : $42.02 Flat rate
The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Responsibilities: • Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.
• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately.
• Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Required Credential(s):
• BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (AART)
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)
Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.
Complexity of Work: • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Personal Protective Equipment: • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.