What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist position at Barnabas Health?
Job Overview:
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist, under the direction of the nuclear medicine supervisor and/or radiologist, the nuclear medicine technologist performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in the utilization of radionuclides for the diagnosis and therapy of disease in humans. Participates in and exhibits good Medical Center and Radiology guest relations.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program
- NJ State license
- Registered by the A.R.R.T. or the N.M.T.C.B., or Registry eligible Maintain required
- BLS through the American Heart Association
- Successful completion of site personnel general orientation and department specific orientation
- Successful completion of IV training class.
- Successful completion of radiation safety, survey and decontamination orientation/training by RS
Scheduling Requirements:
- Day Shift
- Part-Time
Essential Functions:
- Check, measure and record radiopharmaceuticals prior to administering to patients
- Performs quality controls on equipment and radiopharmaceuticals
- Administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients intravenously, orally or by inhalation
- Performs imaging procedures
- Maintains reliable records under the guidelines of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission
- Performs other duties as required by the department
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Employment Type: Part-Time Shift: Day Hours: 20
