Nuclear Medicine TechnologistPOSITION SUMMARY:
Performs all clinical Nuclear Medicine testing. Including general studies, cardiac studies, and the computer interactions associated with these studies. Demonstrate proficiency in the performance of all Nuclear Medicine Imaging. Examinations. Administer isotope dosage accurately, following established Departmental procedures and protocols, accurately records dosage administered. Must be able to determine appropriate isotope required for a particular study. Must use good judgment and follow prescribed protocols in the disposal of radiopharmaceuticals and accessory equipment. Obtain patient history and consent, review patient condition. Responsibilities and duties may be added, changed or deleted at anytime at the discretion of the Clinical Operations Manager, Radiology, either verbally or in writing.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administers isotope dosage accurately following established departmental procedures. Accurately records dosage administered. Is able to determine appropriate isotope required for a particular study. Verifies correct patient for procedure by checking name on patient's requisitions with the name on patient's name band, picks proper patient on Network. Explains procedure to the patient before exam is performed. Answers questions completely in lay terminology. Reviews patient questionnaire prior to examination. Obtains patient history and consent, reviews patient condition. Employs safety precautions at all times in transferring patient to and from procedure area. Correctly labels images with patient identification. Observes patient during the procedure and reports any unusual occurrences to appropriate personnel. Demonstrates proficiency in the performance of all Nuclear Medicine studies. Uses good judgment and follows prescribed protocols in the disposal of radiopharmaceuticals and accessory equipment. Completes requested examinations in a timely manner, utilizing professional technical skills efficiently, observing radiation safety standards. Prepares or enters written documentation as required by the Department, such as informed consents, patient chart documentation, and other related functions. Checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas. Maintains Departmental reports, facilities, equipment and materials in a condition to promote efficiency, health, comfort and safety of the patients and staff. Ensures delivery of quality Nuclear Medicine services for patients including acting as an educational resource. Maintain established Department policies and procedures.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of a program in Nuclear Medicine Technology. NYSDOH License. Certification by NMTCB and/or ARRT. Current BLS provider certification from the American Heart Association required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position may require prolonged periods of standing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or positioning and transferring of patients. Lifts supplies and equipment, moves heavy equipment. Subject to Electrical and Radiation Hazard. As part of employment at Southampton Hospital, there may be occasions when travel to other locations is needed to support operational needs.
SPECIAL NOTES:
Resume/CV should be included with the online application. Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. This function/position maybe designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital and related facilities.
ANTICIPATED PAY RANGE:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBSH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital as part of Stony Brook Medicine provides direct access to the highest level of academic-based medical care. Located in the heart of the village of Southampton, two hours from New York City, the hospital provides healthcare services to a diverse community of year-round residents, second homeowners and vacationers. The population, about 75,000 in the winter months, increases sharply to more than 300,000 in the summer. Stony Brook Southampton Hospital has been recognized as a Long Island Top Workplace by Newsday among large employers (defined as having 500+ employees).
