Nuclear Medicine Radiologic Technologist Level III

Queens Hospital Center is making good on its promise to the people of southeastern and central Queens to maximize both patient convenience and positive clinical outcomes. Residents of Queens can count on the delivery of quality medical care right in their own borough. In 2002 the hospital opened a state-of-the-art, 261-bed facility that includes the Queens Cancer Center, the first comprehensive cancer treatment center in the borough.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

8 : 00 A.M - 4 : 00 P.M

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of Position :

This class of positions encompasses responsible work of varying degrees of difficulty and responsibility in the performance of nuclear medicine activities and supportive services. Administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients under the supervision of a physician for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Performs diagnostic and nuclear imaging by utilizing appropriate imaging technology and established protocol. Follows established radiology protocols and standards to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff, maximize imaging quality and deliver efficient and effective nuclear medicine services. Complies with all applicable NYC Health + Hospitals, health care setting, federal, state, and local regulations governing the practice of Nuclear Medicine.

Under direction, performs procedures using radionuclides by operating more advanced nuclear medicine instruments and equipment, and serves as a resource to appropriate staff in the performance of nuclear medicine procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

May perform major duties of Assignment Level I :

1. Prepares patients for nuclear medicine procedures requested by the Clinician; arranges for proper protection of patients, the public and staff from infectious diseases / materials.

2. Receives patients and explains nuclear medicine procedures; instructs patients on the procedure to obtain optimal imaging results; answers all related questions and responds to patient's needs or concerns, as required.

3. Performs nuclear medicine imaging procedures on patients by safely utilizing appropriate nuclear medicine equipment.

4. Operates imaging equipment (scintillation cameras, portable nuclear medicine cameras) and related accessories (e.g., multi-format imaging devices, xenon apparatus, computers) for nuclear medicine procedures and studies.

5. As per the exam request, assists patients to position appropriately to acquire proper images. Controls equipment, in accordance with prescribed procedures to produce optimal diagnostic quality of scans.

6. Performs quality control (QC) tests on nuclear medicine equipment based on the frequency established by the department and reports defects or deficiencies for proper calibration and or repair.

7. Prepares appropriate dosages of radiopharmaceutical in preparation for diagnostic procedures; assays radiopharmaceutical dosages administered via intravenous or oral to patients.

8. Receives and checks all radionuclide shipments for contamination according to radiation safety regulations, and performs various tasks associated with receiving, processing, distributing and storing radioactive materials.

9. Disposes of radioactivity and contamination materials, in accordance with departmental, local, state and federal regulations, maintaining records of storage as well as disposal of radioactive waste.

10. Using appropriate detectors or other devices, monitors personnel, work areas and patient rooms, where applicable, to ensure that levels of radiation do not exceed those levels defined in health care setting and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and / or other appropriate regulations. Promptly reports all excessive radiation exposure to the Radiation Safety Officer.

11. Effectively uses electronic medical records (EMR) to document patient encounters and access pertinent patient data and imaging results.

12. Participates in departmental meetings, internal / external quality assurance / performance improvement (QA / PI) activities and training, as required.

13. Maintains regular contact with physicians and other health care personnel regarding the nature, scheduling or results of procedures performed within the Nuclear Medicine department.

14. Plans, schedules and coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Nuclear Medicine department to ensure continuous flow of work.

15. Assists in the development of new tests by performing comparison studies and clinical trials. Assists to implement these new procedures.

16. Assists in the conduct of specialized tests and studies either in vivo or in vitro.

17. Assists in the development of quality control procedures and quality assurance. Instructs other technical personnel on technical aspects of their routine use.

18. Assists in the development of computer applications in Nuclear Medicine in order to more effectively collect, analyze, and enhance data from nuclear medicine procedures.

May also perform major duties of Assignment Level II :

1. Provides direction to appropriate technical staff and guides staff in the performance of nuclear medicine techniques; serves as a resource in various aspects of advanced nuclear medicine practice.

2. Recommends area assignment of personnel to coordinate activities within the department with other activities and services and represents the department in interdepartmental operations and meetings.

3. Conducts research and participates in special projects involving evaluation of equipment and delivery of nuclear medicine services.

May perform major duties of Assignment Levels I and II, as described above, and, also performs the following :

1. Performs complex nuclear medicine examinations, including all procedures using radionuclides by operating more advanced nuclear medicine instruments and equipment (e.g., Positron Emission Tomography - Computed Tomography (PET-CT) and Single-Photon Emission Computerized Tomography (SPECT) to assist medical staff in diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

Minimum Qualifications

For Appointment to Assignment Level III

1. Valid license and current registration to practice as a Radiologic Technologist, specializing in Nuclear Medicine issued by the NYSDOH; and

2. Certification in Computed Tomography (CT) issued by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Benefits

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes :

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• College Savings Program
• Union Benefits for eligible titles
• Multiple employee discounts programs
• Commuter Benefits Programs

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