JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST - PET/CT (FULL-TIME)
JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, Hackensack, New Jersey, us, 07601
Overview
Our Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PET/CT (Full-time) role at Hackensack Meridian Health. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures, image acquisition and the utilization of radionuclides for the diagnosis and therapy of disease. Responsibilities
Performs radionuclide procedures on patients including organ imaging, function studies, and assisting the physician in the therapeutic use of radioisotopes under prescribed safety conditions. Selects and operates Nuclear Medicine equipment as directed. Provides radiation protection for self and the patient in accordance with prescribed safety. Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals to the patient. Prepares radioactive tracer compounds for patient use. Calibrates equipment and assays radionuclides. Receives and inspects radiopharmaceutical packages according to state and NRC guidelines. Maintains records of radioisotope receipt, use, storage, and disposal in accordance with state and federal regulations; maintains other records as directed. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness including contamination-free conditions of room, equipment, and personnel. Follows NRC, State DEP, JCAHO guidelines/practices. Evaluates images using PACS workstation to ensure diagnostic quality and proper identification. Rotates work assignments as needed in Nuclear Cardiology and PET/CT. Performs required daily clerical duties including use of EPIC, PACS, Teletracking System, Nuclear Medicine Information System, patient scheduling and computer processing related to patient studies. Responsible for scheduled shifts including holidays and weekends; overtime and on-call assignments as needed per Department policy. Greets patients upon arrival for exams following A.I.D.E.T. standards. Adheres to policies on Employee ID, Standards of Behavior, Attendance, and Punctuality. Identifies patient needs and modifies care to be appropriate for age, culture, language, and abilities; communicates with patient and caregivers accordingly. Adheres to Medical Center Organizational Competencies and standards of behavior. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Graduate of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite). Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Minimum of one year of Nuclear Medicine experience. Licenses and Certifications Required
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Nuclear Medical Technologist License. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support (BLS) Certification.
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Our Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PET/CT (Full-time) role at Hackensack Meridian Health. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures, image acquisition and the utilization of radionuclides for the diagnosis and therapy of disease. Responsibilities
Performs radionuclide procedures on patients including organ imaging, function studies, and assisting the physician in the therapeutic use of radioisotopes under prescribed safety conditions. Selects and operates Nuclear Medicine equipment as directed. Provides radiation protection for self and the patient in accordance with prescribed safety. Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals to the patient. Prepares radioactive tracer compounds for patient use. Calibrates equipment and assays radionuclides. Receives and inspects radiopharmaceutical packages according to state and NRC guidelines. Maintains records of radioisotope receipt, use, storage, and disposal in accordance with state and federal regulations; maintains other records as directed. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness including contamination-free conditions of room, equipment, and personnel. Follows NRC, State DEP, JCAHO guidelines/practices. Evaluates images using PACS workstation to ensure diagnostic quality and proper identification. Rotates work assignments as needed in Nuclear Cardiology and PET/CT. Performs required daily clerical duties including use of EPIC, PACS, Teletracking System, Nuclear Medicine Information System, patient scheduling and computer processing related to patient studies. Responsible for scheduled shifts including holidays and weekends; overtime and on-call assignments as needed per Department policy. Greets patients upon arrival for exams following A.I.D.E.T. standards. Adheres to policies on Employee ID, Standards of Behavior, Attendance, and Punctuality. Identifies patient needs and modifies care to be appropriate for age, culture, language, and abilities; communicates with patient and caregivers accordingly. Adheres to Medical Center Organizational Competencies and standards of behavior. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Graduate of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite). Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Minimum of one year of Nuclear Medicine experience. Licenses and Certifications Required
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Nuclear Medical Technologist License. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support (BLS) Certification.
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