Nuclear Medicine Tech: Diagnostic & Cardiac Imaging

Aurora Health Care Central, Inc.; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care Central, Inc. in Union, NJ, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technician to perform basic to intermediate nuclear medicine procedures including general and cardiac imaging.

You will review patient records, prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, and ensure exam accuracy according to physician orders. The role requires knowledge of anatomy, radiation safety, ALARA, and accurate record-keeping.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic to intermediate nuclear medicine procedures including general and cardiac imaging.
• Reviews patient records and physician orders to ensure exam accuracy.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive medications per clinician prescription.
• Performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters.
• Maintains records and enters patient/study information into the radiology information system.
• Performs equipment QA tests and reports malfunctions.
• Adheres to ALARA principles and safety protocols.
• Positions patients and assists with transportation as needed.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Radiation safety

IV/venipuncture

ECG interpretation

Heart rhythm recognition

Pharmacological knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine

Job description

Aurora Health Care Central, Inc. in Union, NJ, is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technician to perform basic to intermediate nuclear medicine procedures including general and cardiac imaging.

You will review patient records, prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, and ensure exam accuracy according to physician orders. The role requires knowledge of anatomy, radiation safety, ALARA, and accurate record-keeping.