Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Location: New Brunswick, NJ

Department: Nuclear Medicine

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $56.66 - $70.12 per hour

Pay Transparency: This reflects the expected hourly wage range for this role in New Jersey.

The final compensation for the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including their educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.

$12,000 Sign-On Bonus

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:

• A minimum of 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 is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week during the day.

Essential Functions:

Responsibilities include:

• Adhering to standards set by the hospital and relevant regulatory agencies.
• Completing special assignments from supervisors in a timely manner.
• Assisting the nuclear physician with specialized imaging procedures.
• Ensuring all tests are conducted accurately and results are validated before patient release.
• Calibrating dose calibrators and performing quality control on gamma cameras according to departmental protocols, promptly reporting any issues to the lead technician.
• Clearly explaining procedures to patients, including wait times, and ensuring their comfort while obtaining optimal images using prescribed techniques.
• Identifying patients (both inpatient and outpatient) according to hospital standard operating procedures before initiating any procedures.
• Conducting all hot lab functions, including the receipt, use, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals, in strict compliance with vendor, departmental, and regulatory guidelines.

Benefits and Opportunities:

Our organization offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes:

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

Why Join Us?

Our organization is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner. We strive to create a positive work environment for all team members while enhancing community health, one individual at a time. As a leading academic health system in New Jersey, we are committed to innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research, addressing both clinical and social health determinants.

We aim to make a significant impact in local communities across New Jersey, improving health outcomes and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize the evolving needs of residents and are dedicated to enhancing care coordination for complex health conditions and promoting community health through local initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer