Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Duration: 3 Months

REQUISITE & PREFERRED SKILLS:

Experience in a healthcare setting; knowledge of community agencies and resources

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals orally or by injection or inhalation.
• Explaining the imaging procedure to patients, answering questions, and ensuring their comfort while placing them in the appropriate position for scanning.
• Operating imaging equipment, such as PET and SPECT scans.
• Processing images on the brain, thyroid, bone, heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver on the computer.
• Monitoring patients for unusual reactions to radioactive drugs.
• Keeping detailed records of the amount and type of radiopharmaceutical used and of the procedure.
• Producing computer-generated or film images for interpretation by the physicians.
• Following safety procedures to protect staff and patients from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Maintaining and examining medical machines and imaging equipment.
• Maintaining current knowledge of the frequent advances, innovations, and developments in the field.

Qualifications:

• A valid license as a nuclear medicine technologist issued by the NYSDOH required.
• BLS

Responsibilities: Required Working as per post

Experience Required: 1+ Year experience.

Shift: Morning