Nuclear Med Technologist-Bellevue

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1137394_RR00099916 Job ID : 1137394_RR00099916

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nuclear Med Technologist-Bellevue. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing medically prescribed nuclear medicine procedures; maintaining departmental standards in accordance with Policies and Procedures and up to date knowledge on new techniques and procedures. This position works under limited supervision independently performing Nuclear Medicine testing. Work situations require a service oriented individual. Procedures performed require independent judgement, initiative, ingenuity, and strict adherence to radiation safety management guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate hospital and radiology information systems related to nuclear medicine.
• Demonstrate knowledge of hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.
• Select appropriate patient information from HIS / RIS system in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Access patient information; schedule exams; appointment times; type of exam; patient reports, etc.
• Follow departmental HIS / RIS system procedures and protocols to ensure orders are verified and processed correctly.
• Assess patients' information and status and follow appropriate procedures accordingly.
• Use standard procedures to identify the correct patient.
• Review patients' requisitions and understand the type of exam required; confer with medical staff when necessary.
• Follow accepted radiologic procedures and use medical information to determine protocol for radiographic examination.
• Consult policy and procedure manuals and / or other references to ensure actions conform to protocols.
• Follow special instructions indicated on radiographic requisitions.
• Recognize need for and follow isolation precautions.
• Implement patient procedures independently according to departmental protocols and standards.
• Explain procedures and equipment to patients clearly.
• Solve problems during patient examinations using technical knowledge and innovation.
• Adjust examinations to maximize information based on patient condition.
• Consult with other technologists about previous approaches.
• Demonstrate skill in equipment setup, utilization, and maintenance.
• Perform visual and manual quality control checks of Nuclear Medicine equipment.
• Use imaging and peripheral equipment safely and effectively.
• Report any malfunctioning of equipment and notify appropriate personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology.

Qualified candidates must communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine offers a supportive environment where staff can be proud and feel valued.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military or veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship, genetic information, or other factors.

Applications must be completed online.

Salary range : $101,763.89 - $114,145.89 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. This range does not include bonuses, incentives, or additional benefits.

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