Nuclear Medicine Technician
 CentraState Healthcare System | |||||||||
 United States, New Jersey, Freehold | |||||||||
| 901 West Main Street (Show on map) | |||||||||
 Nov 19, 2024 | |||||||||
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Nuclear Medicine Technician
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.
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. | |||||||||