Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist - FT - Day Shift - ECMC : Job Details

HOURLY RANGE: $40.037 - $46.896DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves supervising and performing a variety of technical in-vivo and in-vitro procedures in the application of radionuclides for the diagnosis and treatment of disease in humans. The work includes performing and monitoring related technical procedures and evaluating the performance of assistants and subordinate ancillary personnel. This class differs from that of Nuclear Medicine Technologist by virtue of its supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a professional medical employee of higher rank. Supervision is exercised over subordinate technical personnel. Does related work as require.TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Supervises and performs a variety of specialized procedures in the application of radionuclides for the diagnosis and treatment of disease in humans;
• Assists in developing work schedules for support personnel, exercises direction and maintains discipline;
• Transfer images and data by using RIS/HIS and PACS
• Assists in formal training of interns, student nurses and technicians, including instruction and demonstration of the latest procedures and equipment;
• Completes annual performance evaluations on Nuclear Medicine Technologists within the department;
• Maintains, exercises, and interprets departmental and hospital rules and regulations; adheres to all safety regulations, with special attention to radiation safety and infection control precautions;
• Provides for the procurement, storage and routing of supplies and for room preparation;
• Initiates orders for the repair of equipment;
• Reviews results of calibration and equipment, records of dose calibration and results of assays of radio-nuclides purity, sterility, and pyrogen-free status;
• Utilizes nuclear radiology, detection and storage equipment, including nuclear cardiology and manipulates data using a computer to display and record findings;
• Participates in review conferences with the nuclear radiologist and assists in research and development projects;
• Performs intravenous injections of radio pharmaceuticals;
• Arranges for and/or performs appropriate patient transport to and from the Nuclear Medicine Department;
• Works in conjunction with the Director of Imaging Services regarding Operational and Capital Budgeting, bids, and setting both short and long-term clinical and financial goals.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the principles and uses of radioisotopes in the medical field; good knowledge of radiation health physics; good knowledge of Radiation Safety Standards (ALARA Principles); good knowledge of the equipment used in storing and measuring radiations; good knowledge of basic computer equipment, software and its operation; good knowledge of video display equipment; good knowledge of laboratory tests and equipment used in making blood and urine examinations; ability to use video display equipment; ability to handle radioactive materials with a high degree of safety; ability to prepare reports and maintain records; ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions; ability to instruct, supervise and evaluate the work of technicians and clerical personnel; demonstrates a clear understanding of, and consistently adheres to department and facility policies and procedures; resourcefulness; good judgment; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology and one (1) year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist; or:

Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or Physics and completion of an education program in radiologic technology that is registered with the New York State Department of Health, the New York State Department of Education, or an accrediting organization approved by the New York State Department of Health and one (1) year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Eligibility for licensure or limited permit to practice as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist as issued by the New York State Department of Health at time of application; or:
• Possession of license or temporary permit to practice as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist as issued by the New York State Department of Health at time of appointment; or:
• Possession of a license to practice as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist as issued by the New York State Department of Health at time of permanent appointment.

NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements