Nuclear Medicine Technologist
North Richland Hills, Texas
Methodist Cardiovascular Consultants

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Tech

Location: North Richland Hills, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks
Shift: Day shift, 4 days per week (Monday - Thursday), 10 hours per day (6:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
Hours per Week: 40 hours

Job Description

• Perform 6-7 nuclear medicine studies daily using Siemens equipment.
• Independently run stress tests.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team including medical assistants, sonographers, and cardiologists.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in Texas.
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year.
• Certification: NMTCB or NMT.
• Certification: ARRT (Radiology).

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Valid government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License, State ID, or Passport).
• I9 or attestation.
• E-Verify or attestation.
• Background checks within 30 days of start, including:

  • 7-year county criminal background search.
  • Sex offender search.
  • State police investigation if applicable.
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Negative TB test (TSpot or QGold) within 12 months; chest X-ray if positive.
• Fit test for mask (completed onsite or prior to start).
• Drug screening (10-panel) within 30 days of start.
• Immunizations or proof of immunity:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for all travelers).
  • Hepatitis B (vaccine series and positive titer or signed declination).
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titers or 2 vaccine doses; boosters if titers low).
  • Varicella (positive titers or 2 vaccine doses; boosters if titers low).
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31).
• Photo for badge (passport style, head and shoulders, clear background).
• Completion and signature of job description prior to start.
• Two professional references within 3 years of hire.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must complete medication and dysrhythmia/EKG competency exams as applicable.
• Stress test competency and ability to work independently are essential.
• Work environment includes collaboration with cardiologists and sonographers.
• Equipment used: Siemens nuclear medicine camera.

This position offers a structured 4-day workweek with consistent hours and a focused specialty in nuclear medicine within cardiology.