Nuclear Medicine Technician Contract MSH

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Hours Per Week: 40.00
Hours Per Day: 8.00
Days Per Week: 5.00
Shift Time: Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm or Monday through Friday 10am to 6pm

Job Summary: The Nuclear Medicine Technician is responsible for performing diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures in an offsite nuclear laboratory setting. This role includes operating and maintaining nuclear imaging equipment preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals and educating patients and families about procedures. The technologist ensures compliance with all applicable safety standards policies and regulatory requirements while delivering high-quality patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures in accordance with physician orders and departmental protocols.
Operate test and maintain nuclear medicine equipment to ensure accuracy and safety.
Prepare calculate and administer radiopharmaceuticals following regulatory and safety guidelines.
Educate patients and families regarding nuclear medicine procedures expectations and safety precautions.
Verify patient identity review clinical history and ensure proper documentation prior to procedures.
Monitor patients before during and after procedures responding appropriately to patient needs.
Maintain accurate records including dose administration imaging documentation and quality control logs.
Ensure compliance with radiation safety standards and institutional policies.
Collaborate with radiologists physicians and interdisciplinary staff to support diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
Participate in ongoing education and competency requirements to maintain certifications.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist Required
Strong knowledge of nuclear imaging procedures radiopharmaceutical handling and radiation safety
Excellent patient communication and education skills
Ability to work independently in an offsite laboratory environment

Education: Bachelors Degree Required

Certifications

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification Required
Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Certification Required

Hours Per Week: 40.00 Hours Per Day: 8.00 Days Per Week: 5.00 Shift Time: Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm or Monday through Friday 10am to 6pm Job Summary: The Nuclear Medicine Technician is responsible for performing diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures in an offsite nuclear laboratory setting...

Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures in accordance with physician orders and departmental protocols.
Operate test and maintain nuclear medicine equipment to ensure accuracy and safety.
Prepare calculate and administer radiopharmaceuticals following regulatory and safety guidelines.
Educate patients and families regarding nuclear medicine procedures expectations and safety precautions.
Verify patient identity review clinical history and ensure proper documentation prior to procedures.
Monitor patients before during and after procedures responding appropriately to patient needs.
Maintain accurate records including dose administration imaging documentation and quality control logs.
Ensure compliance with radiation safety standards and institutional policies.
Collaborate with radiologists physicians and interdisciplinary staff to support diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
Participate in ongoing education and competency requirements to maintain certifications.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist Required
Strong knowledge of nuclear imaging procedures radiopharmaceutical handling and radiation safety
Excellent patient communication and education skills
Ability to work independently in an offsite laboratory environment

Education: Bachelors Degree Required

Certifications