Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Hospital - up to 167K/yr

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 hiring bonus available for eligible external hires who meet required qualifications and conditions for payment.

Job Summary: The Nuclear Medicine Technologist provides healthcare services using radionuclides to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. This role requires advanced technical skills to perform a broad range of nuclear medicine procedures, computer processing of imaging data, and other specialized tasks necessary to produce diagnostic-quality images for interpretation by licensed practitioners. The technologist exercises professional judgment while delivering compassionate, ethical, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide variety of nuclear medicine imaging and diagnostic procedures
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with physician orders and safety protocols
• Operate imaging equipment and perform computer processing of diagnostic data
• Ensure high-quality images for physician interpretation
• Monitor patients during procedures and provide appropriate patient care and education
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards
• Follow radiation safety guidelines and infection prevention protocols
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team members to support quality patient outcomes

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an AMA-approved Radiologic Technologist training program
• National Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) upon hire OR National Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology certification upon hire
• California Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification upon hire
• National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire
• Minimum of 6 months of nuclear medicine experience within the last year, or at least 2 years of full-time experience with no more than a 1-year absence from nuclear medicine practice

Preferred Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge of nuclear medicine procedures and imaging systems
• Attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a clinical environment
• Commitment to ethical and compassionate patient care