Per Diem Nuclear Med Technologist - Outpatient cardiology - Mineola

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NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university‑affiliated medical center located on Long Island.

Per Diem Nuclear Med Technologist
- Outpatient cardiology
- Mineola.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Operates Nuclear Medicine equipment including Gamma cameras, Thyroid Uptake probe, dose calibrator and Geiger counter. Produces diagnostic images for interpretation by the Radiologist.
• Performs calibrations and Quality Control procedures and maintains proper maintenance of required records. Produces accurate floods on cameras. Reports abnormal calibrations on images.
• Responsible for preparing and injecting or orally administering radionuclides to patients. Identifies patients and procedures. Maintains dose logs and properly disposes radioactive waste. Adheres to the competency assessed by authorized user.
• Responsible for Radiation safety, Infection Control and all other safety regulations. Attends annual in‑services and documents Radiation Safety and Infection Control practiced by the technologist.
• Enters proper exam codes into the Radiology Information System (Carestream). Arrives and completes exams in a timely manner.
• Assists in care and maintenance of facilities, equipment and supplies. Reports any equipment problems or malfunctions to the Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Instructs and supervises Nuclear Medicine students in clinical practice. Works with the students to perform exams as well as performing individual image evaluation.

• Technical Diploma; approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Associate's Degree Nuclear Medicine Technology program or a related health field for all employees hired after August 1, 2016.
• For new graduates, a Nuclear Medicine permit issued by NYS Department of Health New York State license in Nuclear Medicine. American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• Strong communication (both written and oral), problem solving, and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of Nuclear Medicine equipment.

• Radiologic Tech
  - Temp Permit
• Radiologic Tech Lic - NYS
• Nuclear Med Tech Cert (NMTCB)
• AM Registry of Radiologic Tech

• 1 - 2 years Nuclear Technologist experience.

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.