Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Arlington, Virginia
Virginia Hospital Center

Job Opportunity: Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Location: Arlington, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Schedule: 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
• Call: One night per week and one weekend per month
• Call hours: 5:30 PM - 6:30 AM (Mon-Fri), 24 hours (Sat-Sun)
• Daily caseload: 15-18 patients
• Patient ages: Adolescents to geriatrics
• Work involves general nuclear medicine studies including bones, renals, gastric emptying, GI bleeds, thyroid uptake/scans, parathyroids, VQ perfusions, cardiac and EPT/CT
• Work environment includes 4 rooms plus PET/CT

Job Duties

• Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes for therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies
• Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses for radiologists
• Administer radiation to patients as part of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience with independent work proficiency
• Experience with nuclear medicine procedures including cardiac, bone scan, brain scan, lung scan, renal flow, thyroid studies, SPECT, myocardial imaging
• Skills in IV starts, phlebotomy, EKGs, and PACS
• Current Virginia state license or proof of application for Virginia license with an active license from another state
• Certifications: BLS and NMTCB required; ARRT preferred
• Prior travel experience preferred but not required; very experienced first-time travelers may be considered

Additional Requirements

• Flu vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); medical or religious exemptions allowed with proper documentation
• Must complete various background checks, verifications, and competency exams as applicable
• Fit test within last 12 months required
• Negative drug screen within 30 days of start
• Required health documents including physical exam, TB test, immunizations (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella), and annual TB questionnaire
• Proof of 2 clinical references
• Radiation badge and attestation of prior radiation exposure required

Orientation and Compliance

• Completion of facility-specific orientation, policies, and training modules required prior to start
• Must comply with confidentiality, dress code, infection control, and safety policies
• Required to wear both agency and facility badges at all times during assignment

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic nuclear medicine environment with a diverse patient population and advanced imaging technology. Candidates must be highly skilled, licensed, and able to work independently.