Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Dallas, Texas
Methodist Charlton Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Tech

Location: Dallas, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day (Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
Hours: 40 hours per week (5 days x 8 hours)
On-Call/Weekends/Holidays: May be required

Job Description Highlights

• Position involves working within Radiology/Cardiology specialties.
• Local travel radius up to 90 miles.
• Typical workweek is Monday through Friday.
• On-call, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in Texas
• Minimum of 1 year of Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience within the last year

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Valid government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License, State ID, or Passport) matching all documentation.
• E-Verify or attestation required.
• Background checks within 30 days of start, including:

  • 7-year county criminal background search for all locations lived/worked.
  • Sex offender search.
  • State police investigation if applicable.
  • Education verification for credentialed roles.
• Professional references: 2 within the last 3 years.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Fit mask test completed onsite during orientation; updated annually.
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap required.
  • Negative TB test (TSpot or QGold) within 12 months; annual updates required.
  • Proof of immunity or vaccination for Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella. Boosters required if titers are low or equivocal.
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series and positive titer or signed facility-specific declination form.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31).
• Drug testing: 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (no rapid screens).

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Must pass with 80% or higher; two attempts allowed.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required for certain specialties; two attempts allowed.
• Pass/fail testing applies to all RNs, LVNs/LPNs, and Cath Lab Techs; verify applicability for Nuclear Medicine Tech.
• Additional unit-specific certifications or competencies may be required; confirm with job description.

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge (passport style, clear background).
• Completion of facility-specific forms including job description acknowledgment, internet access form, and security questionnaire.
• Completion of any required training such as forensic evidence collection if applicable.

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a Nuclear Medicine Tech in Dallas, TX, working primarily day shifts Monday through Friday with potential on-call and weekend duties. Candidates must meet licensure and certification requirements, complete background and health screenings, and pass competency exams. Immunization and drug testing compliance is mandatory. Documentation and facility-specific forms must be completed prior to start.

Please confirm all requirements and details with your recruiter or the hiring team before proceeding.