Nuclear Medicine Technologist

About the role

Nuclear Medicine Technologist responsible for assisting with specialized imaging procedures in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform and ensure accuracy of nuclear medicine tests and procedures.
• Calibrate equipment and conduct quality control on gamma cameras.
• Explain procedures to patients, ensure comfort, and obtain proper identification.
• Handle radiopharmaceuticals according to safety protocols.
• Support the nuclear physician during imaging procedures.
• Adhere to hospital, state, and federal regulations.
• Complete special assignments and ensure test validity before releasing results.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required:
  • Graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program
  • Current NJ State license
  • ARRT and/or NMTCB certification
  • BLS certification
• Preferred:
  • Two years hospital experience
  • NMTCB Fusion or ARRT R certification
  • CT certification

Key Attributes

• Attention to detail
• Technical proficiency
• Patient communication skills
• Adherence to safety standards