Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Hackensack, NJ
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Nuclear Medicine Technologist. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic imaging and radionuclide procedures, prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals, and operates nuclear medicine equipment in accordance with applicable safety standards. The role also evaluates image quality, maintains radioactive material records, and supports patient care across nuclear medicine, nuclear cardiology, and positron emission tomography/computed tomography services.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts, 8 hours per shift, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in a busy hospital setting as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Graduate of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
  • Valid New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Nuclear Medicine license.
  • Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
  • Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
  • Proficiency with intravenous placement, nuclear medicine procedures, and positron emission tomography/computed tomography exams.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • New Jersey X-ray license.
  • New Jersey fusion imaging license.
  • Computed tomography certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
  • Experience with nuclear cardiology, positron emission tomography, and computed tomography.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information:
  • Performs organ imaging, function studies, and therapeutic radioisotope procedures under prescribed safety conditions.
  • Prepares radioactive tracer compounds, calibrates equipment, and assays radionuclides.
  • Receives, inspects, stores, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
  • Provides radiation protection for patients and staff.
  • Evaluates images using the Picture Archiving and Communication System workstation to confirm proper identification and diagnostic quality.
  • Maintains clean, orderly, and contamination-free work areas, equipment, and personnel.
  • Performs phlebotomy and intravenous placement as required.
  • Uses electronic medical record, patient tracking, nuclear medicine information, scheduling, and computer processing systems.
  • Supports patient communication and care tailored to age, culture, language, literacy, and sensory needs.
  • Weekend, holiday, and on-call assignments are not scheduled.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits