Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 8 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Day Shift | 8:30 AM–4:30 PM | Monday–Friday | 37.5 Hours per Week
Experience Required: Minimum 2 Years
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes
Pay Rate
Local: $1,000–$2,100/week, Based on Experience
Traveler: $2,200–$2,600/week, Based on Experience
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform nuclear medicine imaging, including PET/CT procedures, in an outpatient oncology setting. The ideal candidate will ensure patient safety, accurate imaging, and proper handling of radiopharmaceuticals.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience.
Active New York State Department of Health license, as required.
Current Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification.
Experience in adult outpatient clinic and hospital settings.
Experience with PET imaging and Siemens equipment.
Proficiency in IV initiation and maintenance.
Knowledge of radiation safety and radioactive material handling, storage, and disposal.
Ability to follow infection control and isolation precautions.
Strong communication, patient care, and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
ARRT (N) certification.
ARRT (PET) certification.
Previous Charge Technologist experience.
Experience administering Pluvicto (theranostic injections).
Experience with Epic, NMIS/Pinestar, and Omnicell systems.
Responsibilities
Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures, including PET/CT scans.
Prepare patients for imaging and explain procedures to ensure comfort and cooperation.
Operate Siemens Biograph Vision PET/CT equipment and associated hot lab equipment.
Prepare, handle, administer, and dispose of radiopharmaceuticals according to applicable protocols and authorization.
Start and maintain IV access as required for imaging procedures.
Follow radiation safety standards and radioactive material handling procedures.
Apply isolation precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Monitor patients during procedures and respond appropriately to clinical concerns.
Maintain accurate imaging records using Epic and NMIS/Pinestar systems.
Collaborate with radiologists, oncologists, and other healthcare professionals.
Maintain equipment quality, procedural documentation, and departmental safety standards.