What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nuclear Medicine & CT Technologist - WCINYP position at Weill Cornell Medical College?

Title : Nuclear Medicine & CT Technologist - WCINYP

Location : Upper East Side

Org Unit : WCINYP Xray, CT, and PET / CT

Work Days : Weekly Hours : 35.00

Exemption Status : Non-Exempt

Salary Range : $56.15 - $70.33

As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

Under general guidance, the Nuclear Medicine and CT Technologist operates specialized radiology equipment and computed tomography to assist in the safe and efficient diagnosis and assessment of patient conditions, in accordance with established procedures This role also prepares, measures and administers radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostic and therapeutic studies

Job Responsibilities

Injects patients with resting radiopharmaceutical doses and stress doses as needed. Coordinates flow of imaging and stress sequences.

Performs PET / CT and CT scans of patient as requested by clinical requisition. Explains procedure to be performed to patient prior to scan and answers any questions throughout scan.

Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and / or reagents. May order supplies / equipment / reagents as authorized or ensure that needs are escalated appropriately. Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control.

Attends workshops, seminars and / or conferences to keep abreast of standards and best practices within the field. Disseminates information to colleagues and / or staff as appropriate.

Performs quality control testing and machine calibrations in accordance with IAC or American College of Radiology (ACR) standards. Documents such testing & calibration in organized retrievable manner for inspection by ACR, IAC or other accrediting bodies.

Recognizes problems / malfunctions of equipment and may assist in making minor adjustments. Monitors appropriate service action by outside contractors. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment in accordance with established procedures.

Greets registered patients at time of visit and triages patients through the patient flow process. Checks schedules and accompanies patients to exam / procedure room. Assists patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing and preparing for exam.

Reviews and verifies patient identity, history and requisition for exam to be performed.

Takes appropriate scans to determine areas of possible pathology. Modifies testing parameters, under direction, to ensure accurate imaging.

Processes and archives images in accordance with established procedures.

Assists current and new employees in the use of systems / equipment and departmental policies and procedures.

Responsible for maintaining a sterile environment. Ensures standard infection control precautions are observed.

Ensures patient safety is maintained at all times.

Prepares and administers contrast media and / or medications within the accepted scope of practice using established department procedures / protocols.

Education

High School Diploma

Experience

Approximately 2 years of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist.

Approximately 2 years of experience as a CT technologist.

Approximately 2 years of experience in performing PET QA / QC and working with physicists to maintain logs, identify problems, etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Graduate of approved school of radiography.

Licenses and Certifications

Current, active and unrestricted New York State License in Radiographic Technology (R)(N).

ARRT (R)(N)(CT) Certification.

Intravenous Contrast Administration Certification in New York State

BLS Certification (issued by the American Heart Association)

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

This position requires the occasional lifting of equipment and patients

Weill Cornell Medicine is a comprehensive academic medical center that is committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians and scientists in New York City and around the world. Our doctors and scientists - faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and the Weill Cornell Physician Organization - are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side's scientific corridor, Weill Cornell Medicine's powerful network of collaborators extends to its parent university Cornell University; to Qatar, where an international campus offers a U.S. medical degree; and to programs in Tanzania, Haiti, Brazil, Austria and Turkey. Our medical practices serve communities throughout New York City, and our faculty provide comprehensive care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian / Lower Manhattan Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Westchester Behavioral Health Center, and NewYork-Presbyterian / Queens. At Weill Cornell Medicine, we work together to treat each individual, not just their conditions or illnesses, as we strive to deliver the finest possible care for our patients - the center of everything we do. Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to protected status, including race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.

Salary : $56 - $70

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