Local Contract Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Pikeville, KY
Lumbee Group
5x8 hrs, Days

Nuclear Med Tech 

Location: Pikeville, KY 41501 

Shift: Days, 40hrs/ week 

Estimated Start Date: Pending contract award and completion of the onboarding process. 

Compensation: $43 – 45 per hour  

Job Description:  

Lumbee group is seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals, produce high-quality diagnostic images, and provide exceptional patient care while maintaining radiation safety and regulatory compliance. 

Requirements: 

• Ability to operate Nuclear Medicine equipment required.
• Knowledge of Keyboard Patient Registration and Sieman Software required.
• Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology/Nuclear Medicine program required.
• NMTCB or ARRT certification required.
• Kentucky State certification required.
• BLS Required 

Responsibilities: 

• Perform venipuncture and administer radiopharmaceuticals as required. 
• Position patients appropriately to obtain high-quality diagnostic images. 
• Perform Nuclear Medicine imaging procedures and transmit images to PACS for radiologist interpretation. 
• Prepare patients by reviewing questionnaires, medical history, and required documentation. 
• Educate patients and their families about procedures and answer questions. 
• Complete radiation safety documentation and equipment quality control/testing. 
• Maintain accurate patient records and exam documentation. 
• Coordinate patient scheduling with other departments to ensure efficient workflow. 
• Participate in the on-call rotation to provide 24-hour departmental coverage as scheduled. 
• Maintain inventory and supplies while promoting cost-effective use of departmental resources. 
• Assist with orientation and training of new staff as assigned. 
• Follow all infection control, safety, confidentiality (HIPAA), and hospital policies. 
• Perform additional duties as assigned.  

Skills 

• Experience performing Nuclear Medicine procedures independently. 
• Venipuncture and radiopharmaceutical administration. 
• Experience with PACS image management. 
• Knowledge of radiation safety practices and equipment quality control. 
• Experience using Siemens Nuclear Medicine software. 
• Familiarity with electronic patient registration systems. 
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.