Cardiac Nuclear Imaging Technologist

RightReadMD; Rockaway (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

PTO & Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Cardiac Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic nuclear cardiology procedures, including myocardial perfusion imaging and stress testing, in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment across New Jersey facilities.

You will collaborate with cardiologists and other professionals while adhering to radiation safety and regulatory standards, ensuring high-quality image acquisition, documentation, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or related field.
• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Current certification by NMTCB and/or ARRT (N).
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of Nuclear Cardiology experience preferred.
• Experience with SPECT cardiac imaging.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, administer, and document radiopharmaceuticals per physician orders and regulatory requirements.
• Perform nuclear cardiology imaging procedures (SPECT and PET).
• Assist with cardiac stress testing procedures and monitor patient responses during testing.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot nuclear imaging equipment.
• Ensure high-quality image acquisition and processing for physician interpretation.
• Educate patients regarding testing procedures and provide exceptional customer service.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record and imaging systems.
• Adhere to radiation safety standards and infection prevention protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, accreditation readiness, and departmental performance goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support efficient patient flow and exceptional clinical outcomes.

Skills

Nuclear Cardiology procedures

Radiopharmaceutical administration

Radiation safety

Patient assessment

Imaging software

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

Accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program

Tools

SPECT imaging

PACS

EMR

Job description

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Cardiac Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic nuclear cardiology procedures, including myocardial perfusion imaging and stress testing, in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment across New Jersey facilities.

You will collaborate with cardiologists and other professionals while adhering to radiation safety and regulatory standards, ensuring high-quality image acquisition, documentation, and patient education.