Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PET/CT - Outpatient Imaging - Williamsville

Now Offering a $10,000 New Hire Advance Incentive for Full-Time Tech!

Position Summary

Responsible for Nuclear Medicine and PET examinations; providing compassionate patient care in a high volume, fast paced environment to patients of all ages; contributing to the efficient operation of the department, as well as ensuring quality and continuity of patient care.

Shift Details: Full-Time Mon-Fri 5, 8 hour days and PRN(1-2 day shifts during the weekdays) available.

Per Diem opening available as well!

Essential Functions:

Provided professional, positive and caring attitude throughout entire patient encounter.

Work with and assist a wide range of individuals in a variety of situations.

Listen to and resolve patient questions, comments and concerns.

Perform requested diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in an accurate, efficient and timely manner, as outlined in both the Nuclear Medicine Department & PET/CT Procedure Manual.

Demonstrate competency and proficiency in:

Radiopharmaceutical preparation and administration

Maintaining the ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) Principle

Proper patient positioning and technique

Preparing studies for presentation to the Radiologist

Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their family members, team members, supervisors, managers and Radiologists.

Establish and maintain good rapport and a positive attitude towards all other departments, patients and referring physicians.

Maintain accurate records regarding patient dosage and administration, as well as receipt, ordering and disposal of radioactive materials.

Perform daily radioactivity room survey and weekly wipe testing.

Maintain quality assurance records on imaging and non-imaging equipment in accordance with NYS DOH as specified with current radioactive materials license.

Attends quarterly department meetings and the Annual Radiation Safety meeting as well as complete the annual radiation safety training.

Annually review and critique Nuclear Medicine Quality Assurance Manual, Infection Control Manual, Therapeutic Policy Manual, Nuclear Medicine Policy and Procedures Manual and PET/CT Procedure Manual.

Understand and adhere to department Policy & Procedure Manual.

Maintain clean, organized and safe exam area and control room.

Adhere to and uphold New York State Sanitary Code Chapter 1, Part 16, regarding use of ionizing radiation.

Immediately notify department manager of any problems relating to safety, equipment or patients.

Maintain Preventative maintenance and service records for all equipment.

Adhere to and uphold all HIPAA and New York State regulations regarding patient privacy as well as standards of ethics set forth by Windsong Radiology Group.

All other temporary and/or permanent duties as assigned by Administrator or Manager.

Qualifications

ARRT/NMTCB Certification including mandatory continuing education credits; registered in NYS.

Knowledge of applicable patient positioning and technique selections for modality.

Able to stand on feet for extended period of time.

Excellent customer service skills with ability to professionally communicate orally and in the written form.

Basic Lifting as required, not to exceed 35 pounds.

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time with the ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail.

Work Environment

Position is in a well-lighted, fast-paced, clean medical office environment.

Physical Requirements

Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with the essential job functions such as stationary, mobility, operating machinery, convey and exchange information, identify, observe and /or positioning of patients.