Lead Nuclear Medicine Tech - PET/CT Specialist

RWJBarnabas Health; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 79,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical & Prescription Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs (Health & Dependent Care)

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance (voluntary)

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist for the Monmouth Medical Center Radiology PET department in Tinton Falls, NJ. The role focuses on PET/CT imaging, radiopharmaceutical administration, safety, and workflow leadership.

The position requires an Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology and NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification, with BLS; PET Fusion is preferred and 1–3 years of experience is ideal. Full-time, day shift, onsite role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or accredited program is required.
• Current NMTCB certification or ARRT (N) certification is required.
• PET Fusion certification is preferred.
• BLS certification is required.
• 1 to 3 years of nuclear medicine experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform PET/CT imaging procedures per departmental protocols.
• Prepare, measure, and administer radiopharmaceuticals safely and accurately.
• Ensure adherence to radiation safety, QC, and infection prevention standards.
• Maintain imaging equipment and perform quality assurance testing.
• Review patient histories and imaging requests for appropriate procedures.
• Monitor patients during imaging and provide education and support.
• Collaborate with physicians and radiology staff to ensure accurate outcomes.
• Lead workflow coordination and support department initiatives.

Education

Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology

NMTCB certification

ARRT (N) certification

PET Fusion certification (preferred)

BLS certification

1–3 years nuclear medicine experience (preferred)

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist for the Monmouth Medical Center Radiology PET department in Tinton Falls, NJ. The role focuses on PET/CT imaging, radiopharmaceutical administration, safety, and workflow leadership.

The position requires an Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology and NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification, with BLS; PET Fusion is preferred and 1–3 years of experience is ideal. Full-time, day shift, onsite role with comprehensive benefits.