Nuclear Medicine Technologist
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Tech

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Must hold certification as R.T. (R)(CT)(ARRT) OR CNMT, NMTCB(CT).
• Must have both a Nuclear Medicine Technology (NMT) certificate and CT or ARRT(R) certification.
• May submit application with a pending New Jersey license.
• Work schedule options: 4x10 hour shifts or 5x8 hour shifts (specify preference).
• Approximately 2 years of experience preferred.
• First-time travelers accepted.
• Work every 3rd weekend; no on-call required.
• May float to cardiac departments as needed.
• No block scheduling.
• Locals accepted.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with a range of exams from diagnostic to therapeutic Nuclear Medicine studies.
• EPIC charting system used.
• Experience with GE and Philips Nuclear Medicine cameras.
• Black scrubs required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in New Jersey
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• ARRT certification

Schedule

• 4x10 hour shifts or 5x8 hour shifts (to be specified).
• Every 3rd weekend required.
• No on-call duties.

Additional Requirements & Compliance

• Must clear background checks including criminal, MVR/DMV, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG within 30 days of start.
• Drug screening required within 30 days of start.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray required.
• Physical exam within the last 12 months required, confirming ability to perform essential job functions and free of communicable disease.
• Respiratory medical clearance and on-site fit testing mandatory prior to start.
• Annual influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required.
• Various certifications and competencies may be required depending on assignment specifics (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) — confirm with recruiter.
• Pass/fail testing for medication and EKG competency exams required within 72 hours of signing contract.
• Color vision testing required if job tasks involve color discrimination.
• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history required.
• Two professional references required, including at least one managerial reference.
• Work history verification required for New Jersey candidates (minimum 1 year prior to start).

Notes

• Floating to cardiac departments is part of the role.
• Black scrubs are required attire.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.
• Locals are accepted for this position.

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