Nuclear Medicine Tech Full Time Day Paramus

Valley Health System; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 69,127 - 86,416; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program

Group Term Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Supplemental Voluntary Benefits

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Center Membership Discount

Day Care Discounts

Job summary

Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to operate Gamma camera and PET/CT scanner, preparing patients and administering radiopharmaceuticals as per physician orders.

The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited Nuclear Medicine program, hold a valid NJ license, and possess excellent communication skills. The role includes a $10K sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Accredited Nuclear Medicine program completion required.
• Current and valid Nuclear Medicine license from NJ DEP.
• Registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and operate Gamma camera and PET/CT scanner.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals per physician orders.
• Produce diagnostic scans and maintain proper facilities.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine Technology

Operating Gamma camera and PET/CT scanner

Interpersonal communication

Analytical and critical thinking

Time management

Education

Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program

Current CPR certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

(10K Sign on Bonus) Reporting to and functioning under the general supervision of the Supervisor, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist prepares for and operates a Gamma camera and PET/CT scanner and administers radiopharmaceuticals following specific physician orders. Produces detailed computer generated scans of patients for diagnostic and therapeutic use. Assists patients onto camera/scanner, verifies patient identification prior to scan, selects patient from work list, ensures exam is archived on the PACS and completed properly in the RIS. Maintains facilities in proper order. Must keep abreast of all new Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT procedures.

EDUCATION

Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program and registered in Nuclear Medicine by the ARRT and/or NMTCB, or registry eligible, and a current and valid license from the State of NJ DEP. Current CPR certification thru the American Heart Association.

EXPERIENCE

One year of practical experience preferred as a staff technologist.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology with certification from the ARRT and/or NMTCB. Current and valid license from the State of NJ DEP. Current CPR certification thru the American Heart Association. Physical dexterity to operate sensitive equipment and ability to perform a variety of nuclear Medicine and PET/CT exams on patients. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and vascular systems. Excellent interpersonal communication (oral, written, presentation) skills. Ability to perform tasks accurately with attention to detail, changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function independently and competently in stressful situations. Responds positively to changes in the work environment and has ability to work well in various settings, adjusting according to patient needs. Ability to work cooperatively within the health-system, and with patients, family members, co-workers, and multidisciplinary team members (i.e. , physicians, Patient Care Services staff members, etc.). Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations. Ability to use analytical and critical thinking skills to effectively problem-solve.

Job Location

The Valley Health System-Ridgewood

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Pay Range: $50.18 - $62.73 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.