Radiology/Cardiology Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Saint Joseph, MO
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Technologist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Saint Joseph, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, 07:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Schedule: No call, no weekends, no holidays

Job Requirements

• Certification: Nuclear Medicine Technologist (required)
• Preferred Experience: Cardiovascular nuclear medicine experience (helpful but not required)

Required Credentials & Documentation

Identification & Background Checks

• Valid Driver's License or State ID
• Comprehensive background check within 30 days of start, including:

  • National Criminal Check
  • State and County Searches (10 years, all addresses and aliases)
  • SSN Trace with aliases
  • National Sex Offender Registry
  • FACIS Level 3
• EPLS/GSA/SAM verification
• HHS/OIG verification
• Education verification (official transcript or diploma with graduation date)
• Missouri EDL Search within 30 days of start

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA (RQI acceptable) or ARC (must state "Basic Life Support")
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): AHA only (RQI acceptable) – required for certain clinical roles (verify if applicable)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): AHA only (RQI acceptable)
• Tech Certification Verification: National certification required; primary source verification within 30 days of start
• State License Verification: Primary source verification within 30 days of start
• NURSYS Verification: Required for RN, LPN/LVN, AP
• IV Certification: Required for LPNs, must be valid in Missouri or accepted by Missouri
• NIH Stroke Certification: Required annually for Acute Hospital RN/LPN/LVN in specified units (verify if applicable)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute): Preferred for first contract; required if extending contract, especially for Emergency Department and Mental Health staff

Competency Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (as applicable)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam for Acute Hospital RNs and LPN/LVNs (score 84%+ to pass; limited attempts)
• Pass/Fail testing including Basic Dysrhythmia exam for RNs and LPN/LVNs

Facility-Specific Documents

• Confidentiality Agreement (must review and sign)
• Code of Conduct and Acknowledgement (must review and sign)
• Arrhythmia Study Guide (for test preparation)
• Demographic Form (must complete prior to start)
• Agency Nurse Orientation Quiz (must score 84%+ prior to start)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within the last 12 months (not required annually)
• Fit mask testing completed onsite at orientation
• Negative TB test (PPD, Q-Gold, or T-SPOT) within 1 year, updated annually; if positive, chest x-ray within 6 months and annual TB questionnaire required
• Immunizations or documented immunity/declination for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (vaccination series, titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug screening within 30 days of start covering multiple substances
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season or approved medical/religious exemption (mask required if exempt)

Additional Requirements

• Two professional references within 3 years of start
• Skills checklist completion
• Verification of most recent work history

This position offers a structured weekday schedule with no weekend or holiday shifts, ideal for professionals seeking work-life balance in a travel/contract role. Candidates must meet comprehensive credentialing, certification, and health requirements to ensure compliance and readiness for assignment.