Nuclear Medicine Technologist – CT
New Brunswick, NJ
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Technologist

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Job Requirements & Details

• Certifications Required:

  • ARRT (N) or NMTCB certification
  • Post-primary credentials in Computed Tomography (CT) (hard stop)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on unit
• Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years preferred
  • First-time travelers accepted
• Work Schedule:

  • Options for 4x10 or 5x8 shifts (specify preference)
  • Every 3rd weekend required
  • No on-call duties
  • No block scheduling
• Additional Duties:

  • Must be available to float to cardiac departments as needed
• Equipment & Systems:

  • Experience with GE and Philips Nuclear Medicine cameras
  • EPIC charting system experience required
• Dress Code:

  • Black scrubs required
• Licensing:

  • May submit application with a pending New Jersey license

Job Scope

• Perform a range of exams from diagnostic to therapeutic Nuclear Medicine studies
• Work primarily in Radiology/Cardiology departments with some floating to cardiac units

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background Checks & Verifications

• Criminal background check within 30 days of start
• Must include all aliases and locations worked/lived in past 7 years
• Nationwide and state-specific checks required
• Candidates cannot start with open cases or pending charges
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) checks as applicable

Certifications & Training

• BLS and ACLS certifications required as applicable to role/unit
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Chemotherapy certifications may be required depending on assignment
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification required for ER, Pediatric ER, and Behavioral Health RNs
• NIH Stroke Certification required for certain adult critical care and emergency units
• Pass/Fail testing for EKG and medication competency required
• Annual education sign-offs and facility-specific orientation required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
• Physical exam within the last 12 months, cleared to perform essential job functions
• Influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
• Proof of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer required)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
• Drug screening within 30 days of start (10-panel minimum)
• Fit testing for respirators as required by job duties
• Latex allergy screening questionnaire if applicable

Competency Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required for all RNs and LPNs
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for applicable units
• Color blindness testing required if job tasks require color discrimination

Documentation & History

• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history
• Work history verification required for New Jersey candidates (minimum 1 year prior to start)
• Two professional references within last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference
• Skills checklist updated annually (Aya requirement)

Facility Specific Policies

• Floating policy must be completed for every new assignment or site transfer
• Vendor medical clearance form required for candidates with history of positive TB
• Respiratory medical clearance and on-site fit testing mandatory
• Annual education and safety training required (OSHA, HIPAA, Joint Commission)
• Facility-specific attestations and questionnaires (e.g., flu vaccine exemption, latex allergy, elder abuse education) must be completed prior to start

Summary

This travel/contract position for a Radiology/Cardiology Technologist in New Brunswick, NJ requires ARRT (N) or NMTCB certification with CT credentials, BLS certification, and experience with nuclear medicine studies and EPIC charting. The role involves flexible shift options, weekend work, and floating to cardiac departments. Comprehensive background checks, health screenings, certifications, and facility-specific training are mandatory for clearance and continued employment. Candidates with pending NJ licenses may apply, and first-time travelers are welcome.