Job Description

Registered Nuclear Technician - Full Time & Per Diem - Day Shift
*Scheduled hours may vary from 7:00am-3:30pm depending on need of department.

About Us:
With its scenic natural beauty, the Berkshires serves as a source of inspiration for many and fosters a unique and vibrant community. Generations of families have come to the Berkshires for a weekend, a week, or a lifetime. Some seek rest and renewal while others seek quality of life and meaning. As the largest employer in Berkshire County, Berkshire Health Systems plays a vital role in the lives of both visitors and residents alike.

At Berkshire Health Systems, we know that overall wellness is the result of healthy families, healthy environments, and healthy communities, not just excellent medical care. Therefore, we support our patients beyond the hospital, clinic, or medical office. We recognize that each of our patients has unique needs and challenges. We strive to make each experience with BHS one that is welcoming, personalized, and convenient for the patient. We make connections and promote community services that give patients the tools to live healthier lives.

Responsibilities and Requirements
Primary Function
-Perform a wide variety of technical Nuclear Medicine procedures, requiring independent judgment and ingenuity
-Requires initiative to apply appropriate Nuclear Medicine skills to facilitate a diagnosis
-May be assigned independent responsibilities by Lead Technologist, Administrative Director, or Operations Manager
-Proper care of the client in accordance with the departmental and hospital policies and procedures is required
-May be responsible for assigned areas to assume responsibilities of supervision or instruction to Nuclear Medicine personnel as determined by Operations Manager or Lead Technologist
-Practices infection control and body substance isolation in clinical practice in compliance with departmental and hospital policies and OSHA standards
-Maintains patient confidentiality at all times
-Demonstrates proper operation of PACS, HIS and RIS computer systems
-Demonstrates ability to operate and trouble shoot CR, DR and PACs applications
-Attends annual mandatory education to include blood borne pathogens, infection control, and body substance isolation
-Maintains department competencies as required

Position Qualifications
Experience
-Minimum of Student Training

Education and Training
-Must have completed formal AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Program

License, Certification & Registration
-MALIC - Massachusetts Radiology License
-ARRT(N)/NMTCB - Association of Registered Radiology Technology or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist
-CPR - CPR required.

Other Requirements
-Ability to function independently and proficiently in a high stress, work intensive environment
-Attendance at all mandatory education is required

Benefits
Berkshire Health Systems offers one of the most comprehensive Benefit Plans you can find! This includes but is not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b Pension Plan and much more
Berkshire Health Systems supports diversity in our workforce.