Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Location: New Brunswick, NJ

Department: Nuclear Medicine

Job 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 educational qualifications, skills, and relevant 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:

• 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 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 the supervisor 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 technologist.
• Clearly explaining procedures to patients, including wait times, and ensuring their comfort while obtaining optimal images using specified technical parameters.
• Identifying patients (both inpatient and outpatient) according to hospital standard operating procedures before initiating any procedures.
• Carrying out all hot lab functions, including the handling 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 and 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?

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering a supportive work environment for our team members. Our mission is to enhance community health and well-being, addressing both clinical and social health determinants through innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research.

We strive to make a significant impact in the communities we serve, improving health outcomes and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize and respond to the evolving needs of New Jersey residents, whether through enhanced care coordination or community health initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer