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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Catalyst MedTech · Elmwood Park, NJ · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$78/hrFull-time

About the role

Diagnostic Imaging Solutions (DIS), a subsidiary of Catalyst MedTech, is the nationwide leader in mobile nuclear cardiology with a unique, direct to point-of-service healthcare model. We're looking for a licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) who is a self‑starter and enjoys being on the go while delivering exemplary patient care with their Cardiac Stress Tech partner. We have limited opportunities to now join our team where you will be able to enjoy a consistent weekday schedule that has your personal needs in mind, saying goodbye to working weekends, holiday shifts, and being constantly on-call. The DIS Difference: No nights or weekends! Competitive pay and benefits package. No on-call or holiday shifts. Work as a team with your Cardiac Stress Tech partner. You’re a great fit if you are a top‑notch Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) committed to excellent patient care, a good communicator who cares about their patients, enjoy working autonomously, like a dynamic and fast‑paced work environment where teamwork is integral to our culture, and like being part of a team where our customers appreciate us taking care of their patients.

Responsibilities

  • Perform functional and/or perfusion rest and stress cardiac studies, including image processing for physician review.
  • Understand and implement all policies and procedures which include daily quality control, equipment operations, exam procedures, radiation safety, calibrating and transporting isotopes (when necessary) and ordering doses appropriately using electronic methods.
  • Start IV’s using aseptic techniques.
  • Administer prescribed isotopes and pharmaceuticals per national standards and company protocol.
  • Maintain all federal, state, local, and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure patient safety while providing high quality testing.
  • Perform daily quality control checks and calibrations on camera; complete required NRC/State documentation.
  • Follow radiation safety policies and NRC/State guidelines for handling of radioactive pharmaceuticals, including but not limited to conducting daily surveys of hot lab, exam room, camera, and personnel.
  • Accurately document patient test results and patient medical history using EMR. Additional administrative documentation may be required.
  • As a team, move, load, unload, and/or transport mobile imaging equipment using company van.
  • As a team, preparation and tear down of operations at customer sites, including preparing and inventorying pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, load and unload equipment in/out of the van, setup and tear down diagnostic equipment at the customer site and disposal of medical waste.
  • Document daily usage and occurrences with the company vehicle.
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to providing consistent, excellent customer service at all times.
  • Travel to client sites as scheduled.
  • Drive a company van and follow Radiation Safety and DOT regulations for purpose of transporting equipment, medical supplies, radioactive material, and staff to customer site.
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

  • Active NMTCB or ARRT(N) licensure OR successful completion of an approved nuclear medicine program with pending NMTCB/ARRT(N) certification.
  • If applicable, a state licensure in good standing.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to push/pull medical equipment as a team.
  • Valid Drivers License.
  • Work is performed at outpatient imaging centers, hospitals, clinics, and/or physician offices with moderate to high patient volume. Our mobile teams focus on cardiac studies (SPECT) utilizing an upright GAMA camera. Team members must travel in all weather conditions in a company van, when applicable.
  • Ability to stand for periods of time; walking, stooping, turning, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance with HSA/FSA options
  • Medical Coverage starting at $78.00 per pay for individual and increasing based on plan and dependent coverage options.
  • Dental Coverage starting at $6.16 per pay for individual and increasing based on plan and dependent coverage options.
  • Vision Coverage starting at $1.61 per pay for individual and increased based on dependent coverage options.
  • HSA plan with employer contribution
  • 401(k) with employer match

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