Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Per Diem

Summit Health Management; Allwood (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

VillageMD seeks a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform testing, processing, QC, and QA in the lab, ensuring adherence to NRC, OSHA, and state standards. You will prepare radiopharmaceuticals, perform scans, assist with stress testing, and maintain documentation.

Compensation is $46.73-$58.41 per hour, with BLS, state license, and board certification required. This full-time position offers benefits and opportunities within our patient-centered care network.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or related field.
• Board Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
• State license in Nuclear Medicine Technology required.
• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs day to day operations pertaining to testing, processing, quality control, and quality assurance in the lab.
• Adheres to State, NRC, and OSHA standards.
• Maintains accreditation and Health Care Facility License.
• Prepares diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals for administration.
• Performs nuclear medicine scans and QA on imaging equipment.
• Ensures radiation safety and regulatory compliance.

Education

Associates or Bachelor Degree

Board Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology

State License in Nuclear Medicine Technology

BCLS certification

Job description

About Our CompanyWe’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.Job DescriptionDuties and Responsibilities:Performs day to day operations pertaining to testing, processing, quality control, and quality assurance in the lab.Responsible for adhering to State, NRC, and OSHA standards.Responsible for maintaining standards for accreditation and the Health Care Facility License.Job Expectations:Greet and screen patients, determine appropriateness of exam, and obtain proper consent, reviews blood test resultsPrep patients to include IV insertion and EKG lead placementPrepares diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals for administration.Injects radioisotopes according to exam warrantedPerforms nuclear medicine scans to include acquisition, processing, display, and archivingParticipates in stress testing and aids in monitoring of patientPrepares and infuses adjunctive medications under the supervision of a physicianPrepares documentation for therapeutic procedures (written directive, discharge instructions)Reviews discharge instructions with therapy patients.Performs radiation safety duties (package check in, surveys, wipe tests etc)Performs and documents daily, weekly, monthly, and semi-annual QC on all imaging equipmentPerforms and documents daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual QC on all hot lab equipment under the direction of the RSO and Health PhysicistMaintains all documentation in accordance with regulatory bodiesPrepares schedule, dose order, and charts for the next dayOrders and maintains stock of suppliesMaintains CE’s and BLS according to professional license and accreditation standardsRetrieves old studies from archive media for comparison to current studiesParticipates in at least one area of Quality Assurance program and attends regular meetingsAdheres to State/NRC guidelines for radiation safety and attends annual reviewQualifications:Associates or Bachelor DegreeBoard Certification in Nuclear Medicine TechnologyState License in Nuclear Medicine TechnologyBCLS certificationPay Range: $46.73 - $58.41 HourlyThe provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.About Our CommitmentTotal Rewards at VillageMDOur team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.Equal Opportunity EmployerOur Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.Safety DisclaimerOur Company cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. Our Company will never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email. Our Company will never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to the in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. Interviews are conducted at select Our Company locations during regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit, https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.