Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Morris Cancer Center
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Department: Nuclear Medicine
Job Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Salary Range: $55.87 - $69.12 per hour
Pay Transparency:
This salary range represents the expected hourly wage for this role in New Jersey. The final compensation for the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including their educational qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.
Sign-On Bonus: $12,000
Job Overview
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will support the nuclear physician in executing specialized imaging procedures.
Qualifications
Required:
- Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
- Possession of a valid New Jersey State license.
- Certification in ARRT(R), ARRT(CT), and/or NMTCB Fusion.
- Current BLS certification.
Preferred:
- A minimum of two years of experience as a staff technologist in a hospital setting.
Scheduling Requirements
- This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week, consisting of five 8-hour shifts during the day. Weekend shifts are required every 5th or 6th week, and on-call duties are also part of the role. Responsibilities will extend to University Hospital and Plum St. Imaging Center on the New Brunswick Campus, all of which are interconnected by a bridge.
Essential Functions
- Adhere to standards set by the hospital and relevant state and federal regulatory bodies.
- Complete special assignments from the supervisor in a timely manner.
- Assist the nuclear physician in carrying out specialized imaging procedures.
- Ensure all tests are conducted accurately and that results are valid before patient release.
- Calibrate the dose calibrator and perform quality control on gamma cameras according to departmental protocols, promptly reporting any issues to the lead technologist.
- Clearly explain procedures to patients, including expected wait times, while ensuring their comfort during the process. Utilize prescribed technical parameters to obtain optimal images.
- Verify patient identities (both inpatient and outpatient) in accordance with hospital standard operating procedures before initiating any procedures.
- Conduct all hot lab functions, including the receipt, use, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals, strictly following vendor, departmental, and DEP regulations.
Benefits and Opportunities
Our organization offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes a wide range of benefits aimed at supporting the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our employees:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts with partners such as local sports teams and service providers.
Why Join Us?
We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner. Our goal is to create a supportive work environment for every team member while fostering healthier communities one individual at a time. As a leading academic health system in New Jersey, we focus on innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.
Our organization strives to make a significant impact in local communities across New Jersey, enhancing the health of residents and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize the evolving needs of our community, whether it involves improving care coordination for complex health issues or enhancing community health through local initiatives and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer