Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Day Shift + $12K Sign-On

RWJ Somerset; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Job summary

RWJ Somerset in Somerville, NJ, part of RWJBarnabas Health, is seeking a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist in the Radiology-PET department. The role features a day shift, 40 hours per week, and a pay range of $51.36–$64.21 per hour.

External applicants may qualify for a $12,000 sign-on bonus. NJ state license, ARRT and/or NMTCB certification, and BLS are required. PET experience and hospital technologist background are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
• Must possess a current NJ State license, ARRT and/or NMTCB.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs hot lab functions following vendor, departmental and DEP rules.
• Calibrates the dose calibrator and performs QC on gamma cameras.
• Identifies IP and OP patients per hospital SOP.
• Explains procedures to patients and ensures comfort.
• Obtains optimal images using prescribed parameters.
• Ensures tests are performed properly with valid results prior to release.
• Assists the nuclear physician with special imaging procedures.
• Maintains a neat and clean department and supports overtime as needed.

Skills

PET Experience

Hospital experience

Education

Accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program

Job description

RWJ Somerset in Somerville, NJ, part of RWJBarnabas Health, is seeking a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist in the Radiology-PET department. The role features a day shift, 40 hours per week, and a pay range of $51.36–$64.21 per hour.

External applicants may qualify for a $12,000 sign-on bonus. NJ state license, ARRT and/or NMTCB certification, and BLS are required. PET experience and hospital technologist background are preferred.