Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Tulsa, OK
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

{ "Job Title": "Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Days) - Travel Assignment", "Location": "Facility/location removed (local to region)", "Shift": "Days (rotation includes on-call weeks)", "Duration": "Assignment length varies", "Job Description": [ "Seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist who is competent in PET and general nuclear medicine for a day-shift travel assignment.", "This role focuses on general nuclear medicine and PET imaging; cardiac-only labs are not typically required.", "First-time travel technologists are welcome to apply." ], "Schedule & Details": [ "Day shift with scheduled rotation weeks of on-call coverage for emergency cases.", "On-call coverage approximately 1 weekend per month.", "Daily census typically 8–10 patients.", "Facility has 2 imaging rooms and an uptake system.", "Scrub colors: royal blue or khaki." ], "Responsibilities": [ "Perform PET and general nuclear medicine studies, including SPECT and whole-body imaging as needed.", "Operate PET/CT and gamma camera systems (facility uses Siemens PET/CT and Siemens/Philips/GE cameras).", "Prepare, handle, store, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals safely and according to protocol.", "Start and maintain IVs, draw venous blood, and administer radiopharmaceuticals and pharmacologic stress agents when required.", "Ensure proper patient identification, safety, and communication for adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.", "Collaborate with radiology, pharmacy, interpretation services, and rapid response teams to support patient care." ], "Required Qualifications": [ "Active NMTCB certification (required).", "Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (required).", "Minimum 1 year of nuclear medicine experience.", "Ability to work on-call rotation weeks and respond to emergency imaging needs." ], "Preferred Qualifications": [ "ARRT (N), CNMT, or ACLS certifications (preferred).", "Experience with Epic or similar electronic charting systems (preferred).", "Previous experience in a community hospital setting (preferred)." ], "Skills & Procedures You May Use": [ "PET/CT imaging and whole-body surveys", "SPECT imaging and three-phase bone studies", "Ventilation/perfusion (V/Q) and renal perfusion studies", "HIDA, gastric emptying, DEXA, brain/bone scans, liver imaging, uptake scans", "MUGA and pharmacologic stress protocols (adenosine, persantine) as required", "Radiopharmaceutical handling, isolation precautions/PPE, and safe radioactive waste handling" ], "Facility & Team Details": [ "Interdisciplinary support available: Radiology, Pharmacy, Interpretation Services, Unit Secretary, Rapid Response Teams.", "Patient population includes adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.", "Orientation and site-specific modules provided onsite; hours vary by discipline." ], "Why Join This Assignment": [ "Work with PET/CT and a variety of gamma camera systems—good exposure to advanced imaging.", "Consistent day-shift schedule with predictable on-call rotation.", "Supportive team environment with opportunities to broaden skills across general nuclear medicine procedures.", "Travel-friendly assignment; first-time travelers are encouraged to apply." ], "How to Prepare for Submission": [ "Have current NMTCB and BLS certifications available at time of submission.", "Provide documentation of at least 1 year of nuclear medicine experience.", "Be prepared to confirm scrub color preference and local availability for on-call weeks." ]}