Radiology Nuclear Medicine

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Location

Plainfield, NJ

Schedule / Shift

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 8-hour shifts, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, plus two Wednesdays a month as needed. One Saturday a month required.

Job Description

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for performing cardiac nuclear stress testing as well as diagnostic cardiac testing in a Hospital Outpatient Department (HOPD). The technologist will be familiar with Nuctrac, Epic, ISCV Philips reporting system, and Digirad cameras, and will be able to start IVs.

Responsibilities

• Provides immobilization devices as required.
• Selects and operates Nuclear Medicine equipment as directed.
• Evaluates radio images using the PACS System to ensure proper identification and diagnostic value.
• Provides radiation protection for self and the patient in accordance with prescribed safety protocols.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients.
• Performs radionuclide procedures including organ imaging and function studies.
• Assists the physician in the therapeutic use of radioisotopes under safety conditions.
• Prepares radioactive tracer compounds for patient use.
• Calibrates equipment and assays radionuclides.
• Receives and inspects radiopharmaceutical packages according to state and NRC guidelines.
• Maintains accurate records of radioisotope receipt, use, storage, and disposal per regulations.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of work area and equipment.
• Adheres to all NRC and State JCAHO guidelines/practices.
• Rotates work assignments as necessary, including Cardiology and PET/CT.
• Completes daily clerical duties using EPIC, Teletracking System, and Nuclear Medicine Information System.
• Greets in/out patients using A.I.D.E.T. standards.
• Identifies and modifies care delivery based on the needs of the patient population served.

Required Experience

Experience in Nuclear Medicine technology with familiarity in cardiac nuclear stress testing, and proficiency in relevant equipment and software systems.

Certifications / Licensure

Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology is required. Must be able to administer radiopharmaceuticals and start IVs.