Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Arlington, VA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Allied Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Allied Healthcare Professional needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available

Opportunity:

Nuclear Medical Technician - Nuclear Med Technician / Radiology

Job Details:

• Work 5x8 hour shifts from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
• On-call requirements: one night per week and one weekend per month
• Call hours are 5:30 PM to 6:30 AM Monday-Friday and 24 hours Saturday-Sunday
• 13-week assignment duration
• Handle daily caseload of 15-18 patients across 4 rooms plus PET/CT
• Treat patients of all ages from adolescents to geriatrics
• Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies
• Perform general nuclear medicine studies including bones, renals, gastric emptying, GI bleeds, HIDAs, thyroid uptake/scan, parathyroids, VQ perfusions, cardiac and EPT/CT
• Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses
• Required skills: IV starts, phlebotomy, EKGs, PACS experience
• Nuclear medicine procedure experience required: cardiac, bone scan, brain scan, lung scan, renal flow, thyroid studies, SPECT, myocardial
• Required certifications: BLS, NMTCB (ARRT preferred)
• Minimum 2 years nuclear medicine technician experience required
• Independent work capability essential
• Epic charting system experience required with mandatory Epic class attendance
• Uniform requirement: pewter grey scrubs
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1st - March 31st)
• Must maintain 30 mile/30 minute response time to campus for call coverage

Facility:

This healthcare facility operates a comprehensive nuclear medicine department featuring advanced imaging technology and equipment. The department provides a full range of nuclear medicine services including general nuclear medicine studies, cardiac imaging, and PET/CT capabilities. The facility maintains modern radioisotope equipment and follows strict safety protocols for handling radioactive materials, ensuring high-quality patient care and diagnostic accuracy.

Location:

Arlington, VA

Arlington offers an ideal location just across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., providing easy access to the nation's capital while maintaining its own vibrant community atmosphere. The area features excellent dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, along with convenient public transportation options and proximity to major airports for travel convenience.