Job DescriptionHOW WE CARE FOR YOU
At St. Lawrence Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right.
Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development, and personal growth.
We care for your career while caring for the community.
SUMMARY
Operates the Nuclear Medicine equipment and ancillary support systems to perform diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures per provider orders.
This is in accordance with approved techniques, policies, and regulatory standards as established by regulatory agencies, and standards and policies set forth by the organization.
In accordance with NRC regulations, assumes responsibility for all radioisotope utilization, storage, and safety.
Adheres to the professional standards of the NYS Department of Health and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Canton-Potsdam Hospital is a warm and caring not-for-profit community healthcare facility with 94 beds.
Our mission is to provide exceptional healthcare services to the community.
We offer a wide array of core programs including emergency medicine, acute care, hospitalist medicine, and critical care.
We also provide outpatient health services in Brasher Falls, Canton, Colton, Gouverneur, Massena, Norfolk, and Potsdam, NY.
STATUS:
Full-time
LOCATION:
Canton Potsdam Hospital
DEPARTMENT:
Nuclear Medicine
SCHEDULE:
7.5-hour shifts, 7am-3pm
ATTRIBUTES
Required:
New York State Department of Health Licensure, Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), New York State License - Nuclear Medicine Technologist
NMTCB Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board
Experience:
2 years as a Radiologic Technologist, 2 years as a Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Registered with ARRT
New York State License - Nuclear Medicine Technologist
BLS certification within 3 months of hire
RESPONSIBILITIES
Clarify procedures in the administration of radioactive drugs
Monitor the radioactive drug in the patient's system using nuclear medicine equipment, including scanners and computer systems, and image results for interpretation
Maintain proper stocking, safekeeping, and disposal of radioactive drugs following safety and regulatory standards
Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize exposure to patients, family, and staff;
verify status perdepartment and regulatory standards
Follow organizational standards including patient identification, education, consent, order verification, and infection control
Participate in QA/QC procedures, maintaining standards related to equipment, image quality, documentation, and radioisotope reporting
Maintain and report regulatory information and documentation to the Radiation Safety Officer and Committee
UNION:
1199-721 - LPN & Technical (CPH).
Note:
Not all per diem roles are union eligible.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:
Refer to department-specific requirements for experience, educational expectations, and continuing education.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly;
requiresfrequentwalking, standing, or squatting.
PAY RANGE:
$34.56 - $51.26.
This range reflects current potential pay for a successful full-time applicant and may be adjusted in the future.
Pay is based on experience, qualifications, and other factors.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Minority and veteran applicants will be considered for accommodations.
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