Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Colorado Springs, CO
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Nuclear Medicine Tech - Travel/Contract

Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Day shift, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (5 days a week, 40 hours/week)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Average Daily Census: 20 patients
• Visits per Day: Approximately 20
• Floating: Required to float between like units and may float to sister facilities based on need
• Weekend Requirement: None
• On-call Requirement: None

Required Qualifications

• Nuclear Medicine Technologist with a minimum of 3 years of experience
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment
• ARRT (N) certification required
• Experience with traveler assignments

Facility & Equipment

• Equipment Manufacturer: Siemens
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Grey (not provided)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License/State ID (clear copies front/back)
• E-Verify or Attestation
• Proof of legal name change if applicable
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year background check within 60 days of start
  • SSN Trace, State and Federal checks (Colorado CBI, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG)
  • Education verification (third-party or transcript/diploma)
• Employment application and verification of last 3 years of work history (gaps >30 days must be explained)
• Two professional references from the last two years (one from the last year), from charge RN, manager, or supervisor level
• Colorado CAPS check results within 60 days of start

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or RQI accepted
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): May be required depending on unit; confirm with recruiter
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (updated annually)
• Core competency exams (Parts I, II, III) and OSHA mandatory training (updated annually)
• Color blindness testing: Ishihara exam required (online testing not accepted for new candidates)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, DO, NP, or PA
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start (3M 1860S, 1860R, 1870/1870+ masks accepted)
• Immunizations or titers required:

  • TDAP (within 10 years or signed declination)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity by titer or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination series or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
• Drug testing within 30 days of start and updated annually (specific drug panel required)
• COVID-19 vaccination proof or signed declination (acceptable vaccines: AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must confirm renewal plans for any certifications expiring within 90 days of assignment start to avoid clearance issues
• Facility-specific new employee orientation modules must be completed within the first two weeks of assignment
• Candidates with employment gaps of 15+ days are considered new and must meet full background and compliance requirements

This position is ideal for experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologists with prior travel assignment experience seeking a 13-week contract in Colorado Springs with a reputable healthcare facility using Siemens equipment and Epic charting.