Nuclear Medicine Tech

Aurora Health Care Central, Inc.; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care Central, Inc. in Union, NJ seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures, including general and cardiac studies, ensuring exam accuracy through careful review of orders and patient history.

The role requires preparing radiopharmaceuticals, venipuncture, ALARA adherence, accurate documentation in the RIS, and patient care across age groups. BLS/ARRT or NMTCB licensure must be obtained within required timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Nuclear Medicine.
• ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technologist (N) registration or NMTCB certification; BLS for Healthcare Providers within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic to intermediate nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (general and cardiac).
• Review patient records, physician orders, and labs to ensure exam accuracy.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications per physician prescription.
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placements; access other vascular devices as needed.
• Maintain ALARA compliance and accurate dose records; post-process images and label with patient identifiers.
• Enter patient and study data into the radiology information system and document billing codes.
• Identify equipment issues, perform QA and calibration, and report malfunctions.
• Assist with patient positioning, handling lifting/pushing tasks, and age-appropriate care.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine

ARRT/NMTCB licensure pathway timeline

Job description

Major Responsibilities

Competently performs basic to intermediate nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including general and cardiac. Reviews patient's medical record to obtain necessary clinical information including patient history, lab results, and physician orders, obtains medical history from patients, and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy. Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural adjunctive medication by proper route per clinician prescription and according to approved exam parameters. Competently performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters for medication administration. Accesses other vascular access devices, as determined by department training and need. Follows correct procedures for handling radioactive materials. Understands and implements ALARA measures. Maintains accurate records of pharmaceutical doses. Relays pertinent patient history information to appropriate staff and departments. Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images. Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges. Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Nuclear Medicine Tech (N) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 1 year, or Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification (CNMT) issued by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.

Education Required

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Nuclear Medicine.

Experience Required

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiation safety. Knowledge of Radioactive Materials Program Requirements (State of WI) DHS 157. Competent in IV and venipuncture. Basic ECG interpretation, heart rhythm recognition and pharmacological knowledge. Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members. Ability to work independently. Intermediate computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, and twist throughout the workday. Must be able to:

• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.


• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.


• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.


• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.


• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.

May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary. Must have clear speech, vision and hearing. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Additional Information

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.