Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Diagnostic Imaging

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & FSA

Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Job summary

University Hospital seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging procedures using radiopharmaceuticals in a patient-centered environment.

Responsibilities include ensuring patient identity, explaining procedures, positioning, obtaining consent, and handling radiopharmaceuticals per state rules. NJ licensure and BLS/CPR certification are required; ARRT/NMTCB certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program (Bachelor’s or Associate’s).
• Current New Jersey license in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Annual fit testing is required.
• Maintain valid BLS/CPR certification with AHA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identity prior to procedures.
• Explain procedures to patients to minimize anxiety.
• Position patients according to protocol and use immobilization devices as needed.
• Verify informed consent when required.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals per policy and regulations.
• Maintain records of radioisotope receipts, usage, storage, and disposal.

Skills

Nuclear medicine

Patient care

Safety standards

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Nuclear Medicine

New Jersey license in Nuclear Medicine Technology

BLS/CPR certification

Annual fit testing

Tools

ARRT or NMTCB certification

Job description

University Hospital seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging procedures using radiopharmaceuticals in a patient-centered environment.

Responsibilities include ensuring patient identity, explaining procedures, positioning, obtaining consent, and handling radiopharmaceuticals per state rules. NJ licensure and BLS/CPR certification are required; ARRT/NMTCB certification preferred.