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NYU Langone Hospitals lists this Per Diem Nuclear Med Technologist - Outpatient cardiology - Mineola opportunity in village of garden city, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Per Diem Nuclear Med Technologist - Outpatient cardiology - Mineola. In this role, the successful candidate, under the direction of the Nuclear Medicine Manager, Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Medical Director, performs duties directly involved in a variety of technical procedures in the application of radionuclides.
Job Responsibilities
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.
Prepares and injects or orally administers 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.
Minimum Qualifications
Technical diploma or nuclear medicine technology program; associate’s degree in nuclear medicine technology program or related health field for all employees hired after August 1 2016.
For new graduates, a nuclear medicine permit issued by the NYS Department of Health (New York State license) in nuclear medicine.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification.
Strong communication (written and oral), problem solving, and customer service skills.
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of nuclear medicine equipment.
Required Licenses
Radiologic Tech – temp permit.
Radiologic Tech licence – NYS.
Nuclear Med Tech certification (NMTCB).
American Registry of Radiologic Tech.
Preferred Qualifications
1‑2 years nuclear technologist experience.
Compensation
Salary range: $53.00 – $53.00 hourly. Actual salaries depend on factors including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The range does not include bonuses, incentives, differential pay or other compensation.
Benefits
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island offers a comprehensive benefits and wellness package, including financial security benefits, generous time‑off, employee resources, and a holistic wellness program.
Equal Employment Opportunity / EEO Statement
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.
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