Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Location: Alexandria, VA

Status: Full-Time / Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $44.00 - $49.00 Hourly

Are you looking for new career opportunities, great wages, excellent benefits, and work-life balance? Follow your heart to Virginia Heart!


The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will primarily perform Cardiac SPECT MPI imaging at Virginia Heart outpatient imaging centers, delivering high-quality diagnostic services across multiple sites, including Arlington and Stone Springs. In addition to SPECT responsibilities, all technologists in this role are required to be cross-trained in Cardiac PET/CT and provide coverage at our PET imaging departments in Falls Church and Leesburg as operationally needed. This dual-modality expectation supports organizational flexibility, promotes professional development, and ensures consistent, high-quality imaging care across all Virginia Heart locations.


When you work with Virginia Heart, you will enjoy a dedicated and experienced staff, competitive wages, excellent benefits and the following rewards and incentives:
• No Nights, weekends, or holidays!
• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program for Mental and Physical well-being
• Three Weeks of Paid Vacation upon eligibility
• One week of Paid Sick Leave
• Annual Merit-Based increases
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Discount Programs
• Quarterly Employee Appreciation Events to include therapy dogs, raffles, and other fun events.


Virginia Heart is Northern Virginia's premier cardiovascular practice, bringing an unparalleled standard of excellence to our patients. We are seeking experienced professionals to join our team in our outpatient cardiology setting. Every employee, at every level, begins their journey at Virginia Heart learning about the history of the organization and its established culture built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and we want you to be a part of it.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• SPECT MPI Responsibilities (Primary):
  • Perform high-quality Cardiac SPECT MPI imaging following departmental protocols.
  • Explain SPECT procedures and stress testing to patients and ensure proper preparation.
  • Administer radiopharmaceuticals accurately and safely.
  • Operate gamma camera systems and complete daily quality control.
  • Document procedures, doses, and patient records accurately in the EMR.
  • Prepare, position, and monitor patients safely during the imaging process.
  • Maintain radiation safety documentation and support emergency protocols.
  • Assist with daily setup and shutdown routines, inventory, and scanner readiness.
  • Collaborate with providers, APPs, and team members to ensure smooth workflow.
• PET/CT Responsibilities (Cross-Trained Coverage):
  • Perform high-quality Cardiac PET/CT studies using Rubidium-82 or FDG radiopharmaceuticals.
  • Explain PET procedures and stress testing to patients and ensure proper preparation.
  • Administer radiopharmaceuticals and monitor stress response during pharmacologic testing.
  • Operate PET/CT scanner, perform daily quality control.
  • Perform diagnostic cardiac CT studies.
  • Document and manage PET studies accurately in EMR, PACS, and processing software.
  • Perform image processing using Cedars, ImagenQ, and Fujifilm for quantitative analysis.
  • Assist with glucose monitoring and patient preparation for FDG studies as needed.
  • Follow PET/CT safety and dosing protocols, including aminophylline administration when applicable.
  • Rotate across PET locations and actively participate in workflow coverage and readiness.
  • Engage in protocol development, clinical trials, or performance improvement projects as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) (Required)
• CT Certification (ARRT CT or NMTCB CT) or willingness to obtain CT Certification within 6 months of hire ($10,000 Sign-On Bonus awarded upon completion of CT training & licensure)
• Experience in SPECT MPI imaging (Required)
• Experience in PET imaging (Preferred) - Cross-training available for nuclear medicine techs who want to transition into PET/CT
• Experience in cardiac PET (Preferred)
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety, patient care, and imaging protocols
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Interest in research and professional development
• Must be willing and flexible to cover multiple locations as needed to support patient care and departmental operations
• Must have or obtain Virginia state license from Virginia Department of Health Professions to practice in outpatient setting