Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Join the country’s leading Cardiac PET provider! Cardiac Imaging Inc. (CII) is looking for talented and ambitious professionals to join our dynamic team and improve patient outcomes across the nation.

Despite heart disease being the leading cause of death in the US, most physicians and patients do not have access to the leading technology in Cardiology. At CII, our mission is to create a more accessible healthcare system by enabling all physicians to treat their patients with the most advanced technology – all from the comfort of their own practice. Our innovative team drives this mission forward each and every day with our Mobile and Fixed Cardiac PET Solutions. As we continue to grow, we currently have a tremendous opportunity for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist who is up for the challenge.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist prepares, administers and measures radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for preparing stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists and subjects patients to radiation.

We are currently seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to work under the direction of a physician and perform a full range of nuclear imaging for our Mobile Cardiac Imaging Program. Regular local travel is required, including occasional overnight stays. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist would be reimbursed for all gas mileage incurred for travel, and hotel accommodations would be paid for by Cardiac Imaging, Inc., as well as per diem to cover food expenses.

Travel required within New York and New Jersey.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Administers radiopharmaceuticals intravenously to detect or treat cardiac related diseases, using radioisotope equipment, under direction of a cardiologist.
• Calculates, measures and records radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed, using computer and following physician’s prescription.
• Ensures and maintains quality control in regard to patient care and equipment usage; performs checks on laboratory equipment, meters, and/or cameras; logs into system, follow appropriate procedures for addressing and documenting issues; maintains and calibrates radioisotope and laboratory equipment; send out for calibration as needed
• Disposes of radioactive materials and stores radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.
• Processes cardiac function studies, using computer.
• Prepares radiopharmaceuticals, adhering to safety standards that minimize radiation exposure to workers and patients.
• Records and processes results of procedures and explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients providing assistance during test procedures.
• Complete system/document backup at end of each scan day
• Document monthly supply inventory and submit to Corporate in a timely manner
• Communicates all issues to provider, Supervisor, and Corporate Office; Meets with RSO quarterly
• Ensure mobile unit is clean and orderly, all staff is appropriately attired and wearing personal dosimeter(s)
• Ensure all signage, licenses, Chemtrec, and ACR related documentation is up to date, received, signed and/or filed; ensure all paperwork is printed and available for monthly inspections
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Must be able to move independently and comfortably on board mobile unit. Must be able to lift 30 lbs. and be able to push/pull mobile equipment weighing up to 300 lbs. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job  

• Physical activity – talking, hearing, grasping, fingering, and repetitive motion. 
• Medium work – Must be able to lift 30 pounds and be able to pull/pull mobile equipment weighing up to 300 lbs. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.  
• Visual Acuity – The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Nuclear Medicine from an approved program
• Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and state certification, as applicable; applicable certification is required and must be maintained
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required and must be maintained
• Nuclear Cardiology experience preferred

Skills:

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and Practice Management Systems experience 
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional manner and in a team-oriented environment 
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing 
• Strong problem-solving skills 
• Approachable and confident bedside manner 
• Ability to learn company policies and adhere to them in the performance of all assigned duties and communicate any compliance deviations to management in a timely manner 
• Travel required within New York and New Jersey.

Benefits

We believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. Cardiac Imaging believes that its dedicated employees are its most valuable resource. Employees at Cardiac Imaging are provided with a professional and comfortable work environment, along with a generous benefit package.

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Healthcare Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Voluntary Life Insurance/AD&D
• Voluntary Accident
• 401(k)
• Career Growth and opportunities for advancement

Cardiac Imaging is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.   Cardiac Imaging is a drug-free workplace, and uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Employer reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, sills, training, certifications, or seniority.