Allied - Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Details

Client Name
HealthTrust / MaineHealth SMHC Biddeford

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Allied

Profession
Allied

Specialty
Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job ID
38737968

Weekly Pay
$3160.0


Shift Details

Shift
07:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
11/09/2026

End Date
02/08/2027

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist plays a critical role in performing a variety of moderate complexity nuclear medicine procedures independently. This position is responsible for maintaining equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and performing troubleshooting and quality assurance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine procedures to acquire images according to established protocols while using professional judgment to adapt imaging techniques as necessary.
• Utilize appropriate patient positioning tools and equipment adjustments, employing ergonomically correct scanning techniques to ensure patient comfort and safety, as well as prevent compromised data acquisition and musculoskeletal injuries to caregivers.
• Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing nuclear medicine radiopharmaceutical and radionuclide software, while assisting with the radioactive materials program to comply with state and federal regulations regarding possession, utilization, and inventory control of radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals.
• Acquire high-quality images, including planar, dynamic, whole body, and SPECT/CT. Manipulate images during post-processing to ensure optimal image quality is transmitted to the PACS for interpretation by the physician.
• Prepare the examination room and patients, performing the injection of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures. Accurately calculate, measure, and record radiation dosages or the usage and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with state and Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and practice policies.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, day shifts only; no nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call duties.
• Years of experience required: Minimum of 2 years.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must meet the required qualifications and possess the necessary skills to perform the outlined responsibilities effectively. Candidates must have the capability of working autonomously and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high standards in nuclear medicine practices.

Client Details

Address
1 Medical Center Dr.

City
Biddeford

State
ME

Zip Code
04005