Nuclear Medicine Technician - CentraState Healthcare System

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

• 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.

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.

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.