Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Durham, NC
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Tech

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM EST
• Weekend Requirement: None
• On-Call Requirement: None
• Scrub Color: Wine or maroon
• Start Date: March 2023 starts only
• First-Timer Travel: Not accepted (prior travel experience required)
• Local Candidates: Accepted within 75 miles

Required Qualifications

• Valid Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
  • ARRT(N) or NMTCB certification
• Required charting experience with EPIC system
• Flu vaccination required; no exemptions or declinations accepted

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Nuclear Medicine Tech license/certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with Nuclear Medicine (N) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (CNMT) credentials
• BLS certification (AHA)
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit specifics (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) – refer to orientation/unit details

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 90 days of start, including SSN trace, county, alias, nationwide, sex offender, international (if applicable), and education verification
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 90 days of start
• Education verification confirming graduation from an AMA-approved Nuclear Medicine Technology training program
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel within 30 days of start (instant tests not accepted)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask (N95 or equivalent) within 12 months of start
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella vaccinations or positive titers (no exemptions)
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccination (required for new candidates starting October through March; no exemptions)
  • Polio vaccine or signed attestation

Additional Requirements

• Must set up a Duke Guest Account prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems
• Completion of online orientation modules prior to start
• Competency exams and unit-specific training during orientation
• Two professional references from employment within the last 12 months, including at least one supervisor
• Employment application and skills checklist updated annually
• Pass/fail testing on basic tech knowledge during orientation (minimum 80% to pass)

Notes

• Candidates with less than a 30-day gap between previous Duke assignments may have some document requirements waived or accepted on file
• Orientation sessions held bi-weekly
• No weekend or on-call shifts required for this position

This position is ideal for experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologists with prior travel contract experience who meet the certification and compliance requirements and are ready to work a standard weekday schedule in Durham, NC.