Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Multi-Modality)

About the role

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be July 2, 2026, with subsequent cut-off dates on the 30th of each month until 09/30/2026. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled.

Responsibilities

• Possess excellent venipuncture techniques using a variety of equipment, such as butterfly setups, syringes with needles and IV catheters.
• Work independently and operate as a member of a multi-leveled organization.
• Verify the constancy, accuracy, and linearity of survey meters and dose calibrators, or have them serviced to ensure a safe environment following radiation protection guidelines in accordance with ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles. The individual must be able to recognize acceptable daily QC scans and perform monthly and quarterly QC as required by the manufacturer.
• Have practical knowledge and skill in the use of ancillary equipment with an understanding of how the results will affect the study outcome.
• Be able to troubleshoot and make simple repairs to PET/CT and/or PET/MR imaging systems.
• Collaborate with staff Nuclear Medicine Physicians, physician extenders, and the Chief Technologist/Supervisor to optimize patient care and image quality.
• Educate referring physicians toward study appropriateness and patient preparation, as well as perform complex exams.
• Differentiate multi-modality protocols and adjust protocols according to patient needs, body mass index, or area of interest.
• Have a high level of computer proficiency and knowledge of unique scanning and processing parameters required of multi-modality imaging.
• Provide appropriate care while the patient is in their charge while simultaneously assessing for causes of potential artifact with the knowledge of physiological processes as they relate to altered radiopharmaceutical uptake and/or artifactual findings. This includes checking the patient for evidence of contamination or attenuating objects.
• Have knowledge of CT and/or MR radiographic techniques utilized in quality control and acquisition parameters. The technologist must be able to evaluate, modify, and adapt procedures as necessary as well as develop/write new protocols for imaging procedures as part of a collaborative effort with the Radiology Director and Chief Technologist/Supervisor.
• Order, receive, record, and store incoming radioactive materials according to NRC/NHPP, and when applicable DOT regulations.
• Follow radiation safety practices to minimize exposure to patient, staff, and self. This is achieved by the use of shielding and appropriate PPE, with understanding and practice of ALARA principles. Perform daily and weekly laboratory surveys to verify absence of radioactive contamination. Maintain records associated with receipt, administration, and disposal of radionuclides as mandated by the NHPP and NRC. Immediately report to RSO any packages not compliant with regulations. Understand the consequences of improper packaging. Understand and apply calculations of exposures from both X-Ray and photons emitted from the wide variety of isotopes used in nuclear medicine. Calculate exposure rates based on administered dose and published physiologic distribution of pharmaceuticals. Perform therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures and understand the significance of post therapy exposure levels and restrictions on patient release from the service commensurate with the home environment. Assist the RSO in establishing routine monitoring of rooms associated with the Nuclear Medicine service area to document excessive exposure rates. Perform other duties as required within the scope of a Nuclear medicine Technologist.

Requirements

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff Nuclear Medicine Physicians, physician extenders, and the Chief Technologist/Supervisor to optimize patient care and image quality.

Qualifications

• Completion of a NMTCB-recognized nuclear medicine technology program, or completion of a nuclear medicine technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT), or other accrediting agencies as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), culminating in a certificate, associate, baccalaureate, or master's degree.
• Hold appropriate specific certifications in nuclear medicine (NMTCB or ARRT(N)), as well as CT (NMTCB(CT)) or ARRT (CT)), and/or MR (ARRT (MR)) applicable to independently perform the assignment duties.
• Knowledge of contrast media, side effects, medication allergic reactions, drug interactions, and extravasation assessment.
• Skill to differentiate multi-modality protocols and adjust protocols according to patient needs, body mass index, or area of interest.
• Knowledge of unique scanning and processing parameters required of multi-modality imaging.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make simple repairs to PET/CT and/or PET/MR imaging systems.
• Ability to care for patients during all stages of the procedure and provide emergency response care when necessary.
• Knowledge of all contraindications for performing CT and/or MR scans.