Nuclear Medicine Technologist - **Cancer Center**

Job Description: NYU Langone Health is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic medical center, known for its excellence in clinical care, research, and education. It comprises more than 200 locations throughout the New York area, including five inpatient locations, a children's hospital, three emergency rooms and a level 1 trauma center. Also part of NYU Langone Health is the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute designated comprehensive cancer center, and NYU Grossman School of Medicine, which since 1841 has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history. 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. For more information, go to nyulangone.org, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. Position Summary:We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist - **Cancer Center**. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing medically prescribed nuclear medicine procedures Works under general direction Job Responsibilities: 1 Demonstrates knowledge of the organization's Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of duties 2 Operates hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to nuclear medicine Correctly chooses appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPPA regulations Demonstrates ability to access patient information such as appointment times type of exam and patient reports; Is knowledgeable of the total cycle of RIS patient tracking Follows departmental policy of documenting beginning completion and departure times when appropriate in the RIS Demonstrates knowledge of the HIS and is able to access patient data for verification of orders Competent in scheduling exams in RIS from the order entry queue and/or demonstrates the ability to modify exams when necessary 3 Effectively assesses patient's information and status and follows appropriate procedure s accordingly; Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient; Checks patient's wristband by name unit and room number to ensure patient's ID matches examination requisition OR calls patient by last name asking patient to confirm their identity by stating their first name Introduces self to the patient Reviews patient's requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary; Seeks information or asks for assistance from supervisor regarding difficult or questionable results Follows accepted nuclear medicine procedures and uses medical information to determine type of protocol required for radiographic examination; Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols; Follows special instructions as indicated on Nuclear Medicine requisition Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions 4 Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly; Obtains formal consent when necessary Provides for patient comfort before during and after procedure and maintains an ongoing rapport with the patient throughout the procedure to ease any anxiety the patient may have nbsp; Provides for patient privacy at all times Knowledgeable about patient preparation considering patient comfort clothing pre medications and any other preparations necessary for the imaging procedure being performed Prepares radiopharmaceutical dose using proper procedures and dose calculations 5 Verifies label on radiopharmaceutical vial Calculates activity remaining and activity needed for procedure and determines required patient dose and verifies the radioactivity of the dose using a dose calibrator Calibrates and dispenses radioactive gas from bulk load system or unit dose system Positions patient and equipment appropriate to the body part s to be studied and adjust equipment settings accordingly to insure maximum information is obtained. Determines how to display and format data as needed; Performs filming of optimum quality and archives the data Analyzes data acquired and reports results to physician for interpretation Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation. Alters examination to maximize information in response to patient's condition. Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized 6 Assists physicians as needed during the course of the procedure Uses efficient methods and completes examinations assigned in reasonable amount of time Performs transmission and/or segmentation for transmission to PACS in a proper anatomic fashion; Generates high quality hard copies of images when necessary Maintains cleanliness of procedure area; Prepares equipment and supplies in advance for future exams Makes alterations in work schedule for STAT and emergency cases Alter work patterns to satisfy the needs of the patient and medical staff as needed Is able to recognize a medical emergency and notifies nurse PA and/or MD immediately 7 Independently implements non imaging procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards Invivo/Invitro Collects body fluid specimens as necessary at established intervals for in vivo and in vitro procedures; Selects appropriate containers/equipment based on type of procedure; Processes specimens in accordance with standard industry practice Properly operates counting equipment in order to perform in vivo and in vitro procedures according to industry practice; 8 Radiopharmacy Prepares doses and standards properly by quantitating exact dose activity and confirming calculated activity using a dose calibrator; Chooses an appropriate container for dilution of standard Performs wipe tests of the exterior package on all radioactive shipments received Monitors all packaging materials and deface radiation symbols on boxes before discarding; Removes all labels from lead containers being stored for disposal Stores radioactive materials and non radioactive kits in the appropriate area Assembles generator and positions it correctly behind barriers; Obtains generator eluate according to manufacturer's instructions Prepares compound radiopharmaceuticals according to manufacturer's specifications and in sufficient amounts to meet the day's exam activity 9 Radiation Control Disposes of radioactive waste according to department policies and procedures radiation safety guidelines license specifications and applicable regulating bodies Follows radiation protection procedures in order to adhere to local state and federal license requirements governing the use of radioactive materials Takes appropriate measures to reduce exposure whenever possible Carries out contamination surveys of work areas on a periodic basis according to regulatory guidelines Performs decontamination procedures when necessary in accordance with departmental procedures; notifies supervisor of any contamination incident 10 Quality Control Performs routine imaging system evaluations on all scintillation cameras according to established industry practice nbsp; Calibrates and dispenses radioactive gas from bulk load system or unit dose system by loading radioactive gas into administration machine if appropriate Evaluates the performance of the dose calibrator ionization chamber by following appropriate departmental procedures Develops and maintains quality control procedures for all assays using appropriate control area and assessment techniques in order to achieve validity and accuracy 11 Documentation Maintains all required records pertinent to all quality control procedures performed both before and during imaging procedures Records all data required pertaining to dose preparation and administration receipt of radioactive materials radiopharmaceuticals and radioactive waste disposal in appropriate logbook Records all data required pertaining to contamination surveys and decontamination procedures performed in appropriate logbook 12 Executes equipment set up utilization and proper maintenance procedure Prepares instrument for procedure and correctly chooses proper collimator imaging parameters settings etc Properly operates laboratory equipment used in all non imaging in vivo and in vitro procedures Uses imaging and peripheral equipment in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital departmental and manufacturer's procedures. Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment Demonstrates knowledge of proper use of computer product printers i e label printers report printers etc and minor adjustments to correct malfunctions 13 Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications:To qualify you must have a 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. Required Licenses: Nuc Med Technologist License, Nuclear Med Tech Cert (NMTCB), Am Registry Of Radiologic Tech Preferred Qualifications:Completion of a Bachelors Degree or baccalaureate degree in nuclear medicine technology Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online. If you wish to view NYU Langone Health's EEO policies, please click here. Please click here to view the Federal "EEO is the law" poster or visit https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm for more information. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $101,763.89 - $114,145.89 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here