Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Burlington, Vermont
The University of Vermont Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Tech

Location: Burlington, Vermont
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 32 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Call: Approximately 2-3 times per month
• Holiday Requirement: Must work 2 out of the 4 holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Christmas Eve, New Year's Day)
• Shift Notes: No block schedules; Monday to Sunday availability required for IVS offers

Required Qualifications

• Valid Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in Vermont
• Minimum of 1 year of Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience within the last year
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system

Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA approved
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA approved
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA approved (verify if required by unit)
• National Tech Certification verification within 30 days of assignment start

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification based on highest degree relevant to the role
• Vermont Adult and Child Abuse Registry consent and search
• Vermont Crime Information Center (VCIC) criminal background check (for Vermont placements)
• COVID vaccination or declination required
• Flu vaccination or exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Mar 31)
• Other immunizations: Tdap, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B (or declination), Pneumonia vaccine if assigned to NY facility
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within past 12 months, updated annually
• N95 Fit Mask test required prior to assignment and updated annually

Orientation & Training

• Bi-weekly orientations on Mondays
• Completion of EPIC and Cornerstone modules prior to start (approx. 8 hours, non-billable)
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology testing as required

Additional Information

• Reliable personal or rental vehicle strongly recommended (public transportation not accessible)
• Vehicles should have all-season or snow tires from November through April
• Complete and detailed work history required, including bed count, EMR, and facility type
• Must explain any employment gaps over 90 days
• Photo for badge required (passport style, plain background, no logos or hats)
• Various facility-specific policies and forms must be reviewed and completed prior to start

References & Verification

• Two professional references from assignments within the last 3 years
• Skills checklist within 12 months
• Verification of 2 years of most recent clinical work history
• Employment application required

This position is ideal for Nuclear Medicine Technologists with recent Epic experience seeking a travel contract in Vermont with a reputable healthcare system.