Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Odessa, TX
First Connect Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,029/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,560/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,469/week
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus
Qualifications
- Resume
Description
🔥 40-HOUR DAY-SHIFT NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST CONTRACT – ODESSA, TX
An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Odessa, Texas (Permian Basin / Ector County). Operating within an active hospital nuclear medicine department, this position features a dependable 5x8 daytime schedule (Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM – 16:00 PM / 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 40 hours guaranteed weekly). HIGH-PAYING TEXAS ALLIED PACKAGE! NO WEEKEND SHIFTS SCHEDULED! FIRST-TIME TRAVELERS WELCOME! The technologist will perform high-quality diagnostic nuclear medicine imaging, radiopharmaceutical preparations/administrations, and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) studies. If you are a certified technologist skilled in SPECT/CT, PET imaging, radiation safety, and gamma camera operations looking to earn $3,030/week with strong tax-free stipends in West Texas, this assignment is built for you!
💰 PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE
- Weekly Gross: $3,030.00
- Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,470.00
- Hourly W2 Rate: $39.00/hr (40 regular hours)
- Overtime Rate: $58.50/hr
📅 SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS
- Schedule: Day shifts, 5x8-Hours (08:00 AM – 16:00 PM / 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday).
- Guaranteed Hours: 40 regular hours guaranteed weekly.
- Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks (Target start: November 24, 2026; facility open to late November or early December starts).
- On-Call Requirements: Standby on-call coverage as needed by facility operational demand.
- Weekend Coverage: No regular weekend shifts scheduled (on-call rotation as assigned).
- Department Setting: Hospital-based Nuclear Medicine Department (Unit: 7300 - Nuclear Medicine).
- Clinical Scope & Procedures:
- Performance of general diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations: cardiac stress testing/myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI), hepatobiliary (HIDA) scans, bone scans, thyroid imaging/uptakes, GI bleeding studies, and renal scans.
- PET imaging studies and protocols (must have documented PET experience).
- Preparation, assay, documentation, and safe intravenous administration of radiopharmaceuticals.
- Operation and quality control (QC) of gamma cameras, SPECT, SPECT/CT, and dose calibrators.
- Strict adherence to ALARA principles, radiation safety regulations, contamination surveys, and hot lab documentation.
- EMR System: Cerner experience preferred.
🚨 REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of recent clinical experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Hands-on PET imaging experience is strictly required. (First-time travelers accepted!).
- Licensure / State Credential: Active Texas Medical Board (TMB) Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification/license or eligibility in hand.
- Certifications Required at Submittal (Must have at least one active):
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB - CNMT), OR
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine: ARRT (N).
- Basic Life Support (BLS).
✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized allied imaging recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate credential mapping, and prioritized clinical review!
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Employer
First Connect Health
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- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
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When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
About Odessa, TX
As a Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Odessa, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Odessa, TX is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 94°F, and average lows are around 70°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 57°F, and average lows are around 31°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available and relatively easy to find in Odessa, TX.
- Odessa is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended for travel nurses.
- Odessa has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant portion of the population falling in the working-age group.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Odessa.
- Odessa offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, and there are opportunities to explore art and music in the local scene.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and there are outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring nearby natural attractions.
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