Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Location: New Brunswick

Department: Nuclear Medicine

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $56.66 - $70.12 per hour

Pay Transparency: This range represents the expected hourly wage for this role in New Jersey. The final compensation for the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including educational qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

Sign-On Bonus: $12,000

Job Overview:

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will support the nuclear physician in executing specialized imaging procedures.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Possession of a valid New Jersey State license.
• Certification from ARRT and/or NMTCB.
• Current BLS certification.

Preferred:

• At least two years of experience as a staff technologist in a hospital setting.
• NMTCB Fusion Certification or ARRT R, CT certification is preferred.

Scheduling Requirements:

• This position is full-time, requiring 40 hours per week during the day.

Essential Functions:

• Adhere to standards set by the hospital and relevant regulatory bodies.
• Complete special assignments from supervisors in a timely manner.
• Assist the nuclear physician in carrying out specialized imaging procedures.
• Ensure all tests are conducted accurately, with valid results confirmed before patient release.
• Calibrate the dose calibrator and perform quality control on gamma cameras according to departmental protocols, promptly reporting any issues to the lead technologist.
• Clearly explain procedures to patients, including wait times, while ensuring their comfort and obtaining optimal images using prescribed techniques.
• Verify patient identities (both inpatient and outpatient) in accordance with hospital SOP before initiating any procedures.
• Handle all hot lab functions, including the receipt, use, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals, strictly following vendor, departmental, and DEP regulations.

Benefits and Opportunities:

Our organization offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes a variety of benefits aimed at supporting the overall well-being of our employees:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through various partners, including local sports teams and service providers.

About Us:

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner. Our commitment extends to creating and maintaining healthier communities, one individual and one community at a time. As a leading academic health system, we focus on innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.

Our goal is to make a significant impact in local communities throughout New Jersey, enhancing the health of residents and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize the evolving needs of our community, whether it involves improving care coordination for complex health issues or promoting community health through local initiatives and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer