Softpath System LLC
Job Title : Nuclear Medicine Tech
Location : White Plains, NY 10601
Duration : 13 Weeks Contract (Possible Extension)
Shift : Days (5*8)( 9a - 5p)
Pay Rate : $85/hr (Approximate weekly gross $3400/wk)
Start date : ASAP or 10/14
Job Description:
• Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors
• Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires
• Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed exams for quality, and completeness for the type of test ordered
• Assists physicians during procedures as necessary
• Performs equipment quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies
• May be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when situations arise in the department. Works on call, holiday, overtime, and/or day, evening, and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the department
• Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment, and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio-Med or the supervisor.
• Processes films, or prints CDs if needed
• Performs routine office duties, such as answering phones, checking previous reports/ films, documents information on patients’ requests, Meditech or hospital RIS and PACs digital x-ray system
• Notifies transport when patients are ready to be picked up or returned to floors
• Shows radiologist films and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communications if necessary (wet readings)
• May be assigned as an instructor or preceptor
• Treats all people/staff professionally and courteously, upholding the hospital's behavioral standards.
• Introduces self and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.
• Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial needs of different patient populations including neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults, and geriatric groups
• Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings and in-services
• Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the department or hospital
• Performs all other related duties as assigned
• Min 2 years of experience in Nuclear Medicine Tech needed.
• High School Diploma/GED required
• ARRT or NMTCB certification in nuclear medicine required
• NY State DOH Radiologic Technologist licensure required
• BLS certification, and COVID card required
• DL Copy (To cross-check location)
• 2 Professional References