Nuclear Medicine Technologist / Nuclear Medicine

Ardent Health Services; Montclair (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Montclair, NJ. The role involves direct patient care, imaging services, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will have the necessary certifications and experience, thriving in a supportive, advanced technological environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program.
• NJDEP license and ARRT or NMTCB registry required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Render direct patient care and imaging services.
• Manage Radio pharmacy operations, including dose preparation.
• Utilize imaging equipment and perform quality control.

Skills

Patient Care

Quality Control

Aseptic Techniques

Education

Accredited Nuclear Medicine Program

Tools

NMIS

PACS

RIS

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a variable shift, PRN, Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Montclair, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

Responsibilities

• Render direct patient care and imaging services in a safe manner
• Responsible for all aspects of the Radio pharmacy to include dose preparation, administration, and disposal
• Utilize various pieces of imaging equipment throughout the hospital, and perform quality control of each
• Use various hospital computer systems to include but not limited to NMIS, PACS, RIS as part of normal day-to-day activities
• Maintain and document all records as required by NRC and DEP
• Operate each gamma camera with confidence and competence
• Assist physician in performing procedures, and computer enhancement of images
• Utilize aseptic techniques, and demonstrate ability to perform intravenous injections
• Consult with patients to obtain a complete clinical history
• Monitor and record all radioactive materials received in the department for leakage or damage
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Be a graduate from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program
• NJDEP license
• ARRT or NMTCB registry
• BLS certification

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 5+ years of clinical experience in a hospital setting as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, as well as experience with PET/CT.

Pay Range Minimum: $33.93

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.

Job Requirements:

• Be a graduate from an accredited Nuclear Medicine program
• NJDEP license
• ARRT or NMTCB registry
• BLS certification

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 5+ years of clinical experience in a hospital setting as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, as well as experience with PET/CT.

Pay Range Minimum: $33.93

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.

• Render direct patient care and imaging services in a safe manner
• Responsible for all aspects of the Radio pharmacy to include dose preparation, administration, and disposal
• Utilize various pieces of imaging equipment throughout the hospital, and perform quality control of each
• Use various hospital computer systems to include but not limited to NMIS, PACS, RIS as part of normal day-to-day activities
• Maintain and document all records as required by NRC and DEP
• Operate each gamma camera with confidence and competence
• Assist physician in performing procedures, and computer enhancement of images
• Utilize aseptic techniques, and demonstrate ability to perform intravenous injections
• Consult with patients to obtain a complete clinical history
• Monitor and record all radioactive materials received in the department for leakage or damage
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned