Nuclear Cardiology Technologist

We are seeking a highly skilled Nuclear Cardiology Technologist to join our team at Hackensack Meridian Health. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for preparing, calibrating, and administering radiopharmaceuticals in the performance of clinical procedures in the Nuclear Cardiology area.

• Ensure the safe handling and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Utilize technical expertise to optimize diagnostic images, minimizing radiation exposure to patients, staff, and the public.
• Implement safety protocols to maintain patient and personnel safety, intervening when necessary.
• Collaborate with cardiology staff to ensure proper use of personnel monitoring devices, maintaining records and providing guidance.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring the testing area is properly supplied and operational.
• Contribute to problem-solving and communication of clinical decisions to supervisors and department cardiologists.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives, providing input and suggestions for process improvement.
• Develop and implement educational objectives and learning experiences for department and hospital staff, staying current with trends and developments.
• Perform imaging views and patient positioning according to established protocols, selecting additional views as necessary.
• Process film and review studies to ensure necessary information is provided for physician interpretation.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations regarding receipt and disposal of radionuclides, performing surveys and wipe tests as needed.
• Decontaminate areas and implement measures to reduce exposure, following policy and procedure.
• Collaborate with consulting nuclear physicists to implement changes as necessary.
• Seek assistance from staff nurses as needed, initiating preventive and corrective actions to ensure patient and environmental safety.
• Compile and submit statistical data to supervisors, maintaining open communication regarding patient status, testing problems, and unit environment.
• Stay current with changes in nuclear cardiology trends and practices through reading materials and attendance at inservice programs, continuing education, and unit-based conferences.
• Provide competent assessment, treatment, and care to patients, addressing individualized and developmental needs.
• Attend department meetings and participate in unit-based conferences, applying knowledge and skills to areas of specialty.

• Graduate of an approved school of nuclear technology.
• Minimum of one year of experience in radioisotope techniques.
• Full knowledge of Nuclear Regulatory Commission rules and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
• Diagnostics Radiography License or NJ Registered Radiological Technologist License or NJ State Radiography License.