Nuclear Medicine Tech (Florham Park)

Job Description

This role is per diem, our per diem rate is $67.18 hourly

Essential Job Functions :

• Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and department policies.
• Measures concentrations of radioactive isotope in specific body areas to obtain information for use by the Radiologists in diagnosing patients' illness.
• Performs cardiac nuclear studies including stress MUGA, Thallium and non-gated Technetium studies. Assists physician with procedures as required.
• Gives reports to physician for review / interpretation within the time frame specified by the department.
• Programs computer for each procedure.
• Documents reason for test and any known allergies.
• Employs proper aseptic techniques in IV insertion and administration.
• Manages nuclear schedule for best utilization of time, patient flow and patient needs. Performs daily / weekly quality assurance procedures, calibration and flood analysis on the equipment according to manufacturer's guidelines.
• Troubleshoots minor problems, reports other problems and those requiring repair service to Supervisor of Cardiology Techs, Clinical Manager and Physician.
• Performs cardiac nuclear studies including stress MUGA, Thallium and non-gated Technetium studies. Assists physician with procedures as required.
• Acquires clear images appropriate for the studies. Accurately gates the study when required.
• Performs departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards for SMG, NRC, and EPA.
• Follows proper procedures for spill and decontamination; reports contamination to appropriate authorities and regulatory commissions.
• Orders and logs appropriate information regarding receipt of radioactive materials and pharmaceuticals and dispose of radioisotopes according to industry standards and regulations.
• Updates nuclear Policies and Procedures to reflect current techniques and best practices. Adheres to the nuclear / ProSolv workflow including preparing the preliminary report for the Cardiologist.
• Archives images according to SMG procedure.

General Job Functions :

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements :

Travel :

Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed.