Nuclear Medicine Tech

Ghost RX is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist with hands‑on Lu-177 Pluvicto experience for a permanent, full‑time assignment at the VA Portland Health Care System (VAPORHCS) in Portland, Oregon — a Complexity Level 1a VA facility serving veterans across Oregon and Southwest Washington, with a main medical center in Portland, satellite operations in Vancouver, WA, and 10 Community‑Based Outpatient Clinics. As a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and trusted federal staffing partner, Ghost RX offers nuclear medicine professionals the rare combination of a predictable Monday–Friday day schedule — no nights, no weekends, no holidays, and no on‑call — plus the deep professional satisfaction of caring for those who served. In this role, you will perform the full scope of diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures, with a strong emphasis on radioligand therapy (theranostics) including Lu-177 Pluvicto (lutetium‑177 vipivotide tetraxetan) infusions for veterans with metastatic castration‑resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC). You will operate the site’s Siemens SPECT/CT and Philips PET/CT systems for diagnostic fusion imaging, prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, conduct daily quality control on cameras and instrumentation, and maintain strict compliance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Department of Transportation (DOT), USP , OSHA, and Joint Commission standards. Position start date is August. Portland, Oregon offers exceptional quality of life — easy access to the Pacific Coast, the Columbia River Gorge, Mt. Hood, world‑class food and coffee scenes, no state sales tax, and a vibrant medical community anchored by OHSU. Ghost RX provides end‑to‑end federal credentialing support, comprehensive benefits, paid federal holidays, paid time off, and a dedicated recruiter who walks you through every step of onboarding. If you are an ARRT(N)- or NMTCB‑certified technologist with proven Lu-177 Pluvicto experience and a passion for advancing veteran care, we want to hear from you. Veterans and military spouses are strongly encouraged to apply (VEVRAA‑protected). Qualification and Requirements Hands‑on experience administering Lu-177 Pluvicto (lutetium‑177 vipivotide tetraxetan) is required Position start date: August Site equipment: Siemens SPECT/CT and Philips PET/CT — direct experience strongly preferred Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program Current certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine (ARRT(N)) Active, unrestricted Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) license in Nuclear Medicine (or ability to obtain prior to start) Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association Working knowledge of NRC, DOT, USP , OSHA, and Joint Commission regulations governing radioactive materials and radiopharmaceuticals Experience with additional theranostic agents (Ra-223 Xofigo, Y-90 TheraSphere, I-131) preferred NMTCB(CT) or ARRT(CT) credential for fusion imaging strongly preferred Prior VA, IHS, DoD, or other federal healthcare experience strongly preferred Proficiency with PACS and electronic health records; VA CPRS/VistA familiarity is a plus Ability to successfully pass federal credentialing, fingerprinting, and background investigation Eligibility to work in the United States and clear E-Verify confirmation Veterans and protected veterans encouraged to apply in accordance with VEVRAA Responsibilities Administer Lu-177 Pluvicto (lutetium‑177 vipivotide tetraxetan) radioligand therapy to veterans with metastatic castration‑resistant prostate cancer, in coordination with the nuclear medicine physician Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures Operate the site’s Siemens SPECT/CT and Philips PET/CT systems to acquire diagnostic‑quality nuclear medicine and fusion images Perform radiation safety monitoring and maintain records in compliance with NRC, DOT, USP , OSHA, and Joint Commission regulations Conduct daily and periodic quality control on nuclear medicine equipment, gamma cameras, and radiopharmaceuticals Position patients and explain procedures clearly to ensure cooperation, comfort, and diagnostic success Process, reconstruct, and archive nuclear medicine images in PACS for physician interpretation Maintain inventory, ordering, receipt, and proper handling of radioactive materials and sealed sources Document all procedures accurately and timely in the VA electronic health record Collaborate with nuclear medicine physicians and radiologists to optimize study protocols and patient care plans Recognize and respond to adverse reactions and provide active patient monitoring during procedures Maintain compliance with all VA policies, HIPAA, and applicable federal regulations throughout the assignment #J-18808-Ljbffr