Nuclear Medicine Technologist

About the Position

This role involves rotating between Nuclear Medicine departments, providing services in General Nuclear Medicine and Cardiology. The position requires flexibility to cover shifts at multiple locations within the region.

Schedule

• Shift: Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 3:30 PM with rotating call for weekends and holidays
• Hours at one location: 6:30 AM – 3 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of nuclear medicine procedures including, but not limited to:
  • Bone scans (whole body and 3 phase)
  • HIDA scans
  • GI Bleed imaging
  • Lymphoscintigraphy
  • Parathyroid imaging
  • Thyroid uptake tests
  • Renal scans with Lasix
  • Lung scans
  • MUGA scans
  • WBC infection imaging
  • Myocardial Perfusion Imaging (MPI) stress tests
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care
• Adhere to radiation safety standards and protocols

Qualifications

• Years of Experience Required: 3 years
• Accepts first-time travelers: Yes
• Certifications Required:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NMTCB(N) or ARRT(N) certification
• Certifications Preferred: ARRT (CT) certification is beneficial, but not required
• Education Preferred: B.S. or B.A. in a relevant field
• State Licensure Required: SCQRSA (State License) in Nuclear Medicine and Radiology or Computed Tomography

Additional Information

• Radiation badge must be provided by the agency; the facility does not supply radiation badges for travelers
• Approval for block scheduling must be obtained prior to assignment but is not guaranteed
• All requested time off must be disclosed at the time of submission
• Facility may call off one shift every two weeks

Hospital Highlights

• Type of Facility: Level II Trauma, Acute Care Hospital
• Scrub Color: Teal top, Black bottom
• Charting System: Epic
• Parking Cost: N/A

Hurricane Season Awareness

Travelers should be aware that during hurricane season (June-November), all employees may be assigned to emergency response teams. Confirming a new or extension assignment during this period is subject to consideration of this requirement.