Per Diem Technician Nuclear Cardiology

St. Joseph's Health • Paterson, NJ

3d

About The Position

Under general supervision and according to established procedures, the Technician Nuclear Cardiology starts intravenous lines and administers the recommended amount of radioisotope. The position performs stress testing and a variety of nuclear cardiac scans on outpatients, then completes computer processing and analysis of all test data.

The role requires knowledge normally acquired through completing an accredited Nuclear Medicine program. Required credentials and certifications must be obtained within the specified periods after starting work or hire.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited program in Nuclear Medicine.
• ARRT certification in Nuclear Medicine or NMTCB certification is required within twelve months of working in the modality.
• State of New Jersey licensure in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association is required within 12 months of hire.
• IV certification through the hospital education department is required within 12 months of hire.
• Analytical ability to resolve problems using basic specific, mathematical, or technical principles and in-depth experience-based knowledge.
• Ability to explain clinical, technical, and diagnostic procedures to patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Start intravenous lines and administer the recommended amount of radioisotope.
• Perform stress testing and a variety of nuclear cardiac scans on outpatients.
• Complete computer processing and analysis of test data.
• Explain clinical, technical, and diagnostic procedures to patients and their families.

What This Job Offers

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