Nuclear Med Technologist-Lic
Catholic Health·West Islip, New York
Catholic Health·West Islip, New York
Perform high-quality nuclear medicine imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and adherence to regulatory standards. Manage radiopharmaceutical inventories, maintain accurate patient records in PACS, and collaborate with physicians to verify procedure appropriateness.
Good Samaritan University Hospital is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our Diagnostic Imaging team. In this role, you will perform high-quality nuclear medicine procedures while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and exceptional care. The ideal candidate is committed to clinical excellence, maintains the highest standards of professionalism, and thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment.
Provide exceptional patient care before, during, and after nuclear medicine procedures, ensuring patient comfort, safety, and well-being throughout the examination. Monitor and manage intravenous lines, including central lines, mediports, PICC lines, oxygen supplies, drains, and other patient support equipment as appropriate. Establish effective communication with patients and their families by introducing yourself, explaining procedures, answering questions, and addressing concerns. Deliver care with professionalism, compassion, and respect for patient rights and confidentiality. Recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations within the scope of training and competency. Verify patient identity, physician orders, pregnancy and breastfeeding status, and ensure informed consent has been obtained according to hospital policy. Confirm the appropriateness of requested procedures and collaborate with the referring physician or authorized user when clarification is required. Obtain and document pertinent patient history and maintain accurate records within PACS and the electronic medical record. Ensure all required pre-procedure preparations have been completed, including fasting, hydration, thyroid-blocking medications, bowel preparation, medication adjustments, and other protocol-specific requirements. Educate patients and families regarding procedures, expected duration, patient participation, and radiation safety precautions. Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures in accordance with departmental protocols, regulatory requirements, and quality standards. Maintain appropriate inventories of radiopharmaceuticals, medical and surgical supplies, storage media, and other materials necessary for efficient department operations. Maintain accurate documentation of administered radiopharmaceuticals, quality control testing, patient records, and regulatory documentation. Coordinate patient transportation by communicating with nursing units and transport personnel and transport patients when necessary. Register and check in patients, accurately enter and manage orders within the hospital information system, and maintain PACS quality assurance and quality control processes. Monitor imaging equipment performance and perform routine quality control procedures on imaging systems, storage media, radiation detection, and counting equipment. Communicate operational concerns and process improvement opportunities to departmental leadership. Maintain compliance with all hospital, state, federal, and radiation safety regulations.
Education High School Diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited two-year Nuclear Medicine Technology program required. Certifications & Licensure Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or certification eligible or Registered Technologist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or registry eligible. Candidates must obtain certification/registration within six (6) months of employment or pass the first available examination if testing is not offered within that timeframe. Current New York State Department of Health (NYS/DOH) license required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
Usd $48.33 - Usd $62.98 /Hr.
This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.
Requires a high school diploma and graduation from an accredited two-year Nuclear Medicine Technology program. Must hold a New York State DOH license, BLS certification, and be CNMT or ARRT certified (or eligible within six months).
Market context
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