Cardiac Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Augusta, GA
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Tech

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Varies anytime between 7 AM - 5 PM
• Patient Population: Adults to Geriatrics
• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Cardiac only department)
• Average Daily Case Load: Approximately 10 cases per day across 4 SPECT locations and 1 Cardiac PET department
• Rotation: Techs rotate through all locations and help cover weekends and holidays
• Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend
• Call Requirements: Occasional weekend day call (7 AM - 5 PM on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays)
• Holiday Work: Required to work major holidays if they fall during the assignment (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day)
• Floating: Within facility and scope of practice as needed

Required Experience

• Nuclear Medicine Technologist with at least 1 year of experience within the last year

Required Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ARRT (R) or ARRT (N) certification

Systems & Technology

• Experience with Epic

Orientation & Compliance

• Maximum Return to Office (RTO) time: 7 days
• Full compliance required to start on time; delays may result in a 2-week pushback due to orientation scheduling
• Clinical screening required to determine clinical fit before final approval

Health & Background Requirements

• Background check required within 30 days of start
• Education verification required (degree or equivalent certification)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B (or signed declination), Tdap (highly recommended)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start
• Flu vaccination or signed declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)
• Color blindness test required
• Skills checklist and work history verification required

Additional Notes

• Candidates must review and sign code of conduct and dress/professional appearance policies prior to start
• Non-billable orientation hours depend on contract length
• Locals accepted at the same rate

This position offers a dynamic cardiac nuclear medicine environment with varied locations and a supportive team structure. It is suitable for nuclear medicine technologists with at least one year of experience looking for a travel contract opportunity.