Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Location: New Brunswick, NJ

Department: Nuclear Medicine

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Compensation: $56.66 - $70.12 per hour

Pay Transparency: The stated hourly wage range reflects the expected compensation for this role in New Jersey. The final salary offered will be influenced by various factors, including the candidate's educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.

Sign-On Bonus: $12,000

Job Overview

This role involves supporting the nuclear physician in executing specialized imaging procedures.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
  • Current New Jersey State license.
  • ARRT and/or NMTCB certification.
  • BLS certification.
• Preferred:
  • Two years of experience as a staff technologist in a hospital setting.
  • NMTCB Fusion Certification or ARRT R, CT certification.

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 state and federal regulatory bodies.
• Complete special assignments from the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Assist the nuclear physician with specialized imaging procedures.
• Ensure all tests are conducted accurately and that results are valid before patient release.
• Calibrate the dose calibrator and conduct quality control on gamma cameras according to departmental protocols, promptly reporting any issues to the lead technologist.
• Clearly explain procedures to patients, including expected wait times, while ensuring their comfort during the process. Utilize prescribed technical parameters to obtain optimal images.
• Verify patient identities (both inpatient and outpatient) in accordance with hospital standard operating procedures before initiating any procedures.
• Perform all functions related to the hot lab, 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 with partners such as local sports teams and service providers.

Why Choose Us?

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner. Our commitment extends to delivering an exceptional work environment for every team member. We take pride in our role in fostering healthier communities, one individual and one community at a time. As a leading academic health system in New Jersey, we focus on innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.

Our organization strives to make a significant impact in local communities across 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 enhancing community health through local initiatives and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer