Nuclear Med Technician

CentraState Healthcare System Manalapan Township, NJ 07726, US

Overview

Performs routine and emergency Nuclear Medicine procedures. Responsible for mentoring and training students in a cooperative learning environment.

Responsibilities

Performs Nuclear Medicine procedures including IV injections of radiopharmaceuticals, use of spect camera and computers and processing of computer generated images.
Keeps accurate records of receipt, disposal and administration of radioactive material.
Performs required Quality Control procedures on camera and equipment and document results.
Reviews images, documents completion of case, assembles images, requisition and file jacket for delivery to Radiologist.

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma Or Equivalent Required

Additional Educational Requirements

Formal nuclear medicine technology training at an AMA approved school.

Work Experience:

Previous experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

State license / New Jersey Required

ARRT Certification Required or

CNMT certification Required

CPR or BLS Certification Required

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.

About Us

Working Conditions:

Works in a normal hospital environment with exposure to infectious diseases and radiation. Must rigidly observe monitoring and safety procedures to avoid overexposure to radiation.

Exposure:

Daily potential for exposure to blood and/or body fluids.

Physical Demands:

Sitting – Rarely

Standing/Walking – Frequently

Kneeling/Stooping – Occasionally

Bending/Climbing – Rarely

Reaching above shoulder, at waist or below waist – Occasionally

Lifting/Pushing or Pulling up to 40 pounds – Continuously

Lifting/Pushing or Pulling over 40 pounds – Continuously

Typing/Filing – Rarely

Additional physical requirements:

Assists patients from wheelchairs to imaging table. Loads/changes 20 lb collimators on camera. Holds small lead shielded syringe and vial containers approximately 2 to 5 lbs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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