Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $3,067 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Nuclear Medicine TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: ASAPDuration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelAssignment OverviewShift: Days, 5x8hrsHours: 40 hrs/wkStart Date: Sep 14, 2026Length: 13 weeksOpenings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist with NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification and 2+ years of recent experience in both general and cardiac nuclear medicine.DetailsHospital-based Nuclear Medicine department within Radiology, rotating between the General Nuclear Medicine department and the Cardiac Nuclear Medicine department at the Medical PavilionProvides diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine services for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department patientsTypical volumes are 7-9 cardiac patients per day and 5-12 general nuclear patients per dayUtilizes Digirad nuclear medicine imaging equipmentDay shift schedule, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through FridayDepartment operates 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM for both General and Cardiac Nuclear Medicine servicesNo routine weekend shifts, but weekend on-call coverage is required for inpatient and emergent studiesOccasional availability to start before 8:00 AM may be neededRequirementsNMTCB or ARRT(N) certification requiredMinimum 2 years of recent nuclear medicine experience required, 3-5+ years preferredExperience in both general nuclear medicine and cardiac nuclear medicine (stress testing/myocardial perfusion studies) requiredAssociate's degree or higher from an ARRT or JRCNMT accredited institution, or graduate of a military Nuclear Medicine Program requiredBachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology or related field preferredBLS certification requiredBasic Dysrhythmia, Arrhythmia, or ECG course completion requiredLicense required if applicableEpic EMR experience preferredSiemens equipment experience preferred but not requiredPrevious travel healthcare experience preferredComfortable working independently with minimal training and ramp-up timeStrong patient care and communication skills requiredProficiency operating gamma cameras and other nuclear medicine imaging equipmentCommitment to radiation safety practices and regulatory complianceAdditional InformationPrepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals according to prescribed protocols, ensuring proper dosage and injection techniqueOperate gamma cameras and imaging equipment to capture and analyze nuclear medicine images, collaborating with radiologists and physicians on findingsAdhere to radiation safety protocols, maintain accurate dosage records, and monitor radiation levels in work areasPerform routine quality control checks on imaging equipment and troubleshoot technical issues as neededMaintain detailed procedure records and generate accurate reports for patient medical recordsStrongest candidates will have experience performing myocardial perfusion studies (Cardiolite), MUGA scans, bone scans, HIDA scans, gastric emptying studies, thyroid uptake/scans, renal studies, GI bleed studies, lung perfusion studies, and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical administrationPET/CT experience is not required, as the department does not perform PETMust be flexible, proactive, and able to quickly integrate into a short-staffed department with minimal ramp-up timeCollaborates with an interdisciplinary team to provide safe, high-quality patient careFirst-time travelers may be consideredAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-739621. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear MedicineAbout American TravelerWith over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.