Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Hackensack, NJ
Modern Healthcare Solutions
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for selecting and operating Nuclear Medicine equipment as directed. This role involves providing immobilization devices, evaluating radio images using the PACS System, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The technologist prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients and performs radionuclide procedures, including organ imaging and function studies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide radiation protection for self and patients according to prescribed safety protocols.
• Prepare radioactive tracer compounds for patient use and administer radiopharmaceuticals.
• Calibrate equipment and assay radio nuclides.
• Receive and inspect radiopharmaceutical packages following state and NRC guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of radioisotope receipt, use, storage, and disposal in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensure cleanliness and contamination-free conditions within the work environment.
• Evaluate images using the PACS workstation for proper identification and diagnostic value.
• Rotate work assignments as needed, including Cardiology and PET/CT duties.
• Perform daily clerical duties including utilizing EPIC, Teletracking System, and Nuclear Medicine Information System for patient scheduling and study processing.
• Adhere to the policies of employee identification, standards of behavior, attendance, and punctuality.
• Identify and address the specific needs of the patient population served, modifying care as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with patients, parents, and caregivers at an appropriate developmental and educational level.
• Follow all NRC and State JCAHO guidelines/practices.

Requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology required.

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in a busy hospital setting as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist required.

Certifications and Licensure:

• Valid NJDEP license required.
• ARRT or NMTCB registry required.
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• General Nuclear Medicine and Nuclear Cardiology experience preferred.
• PET and CT experience preferred.

This position requires responsibility for scheduled shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed, with overtime requirements to ensure continual quality patient care.