Lead Nuclear Medicine Technician
About The Position
Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community. Job Summary The Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for coordinating the daily operations of the Nuclear Medicine department, performing a full range of nuclear medicine procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role provides leadership, technical guidance, and training for technologists, while also delivering high-quality patient care and managing quality control, inventory, and accreditation processes.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
- Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program (Required)
- Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine (Required)
- BLS certification (Required)
- Minimum 5 years of clinical nuclear medicine experience (Required)
- Proficient in all nuclear medicine procedures and imaging modalities
- Strong understanding of radiation safety, isotope handling, and regulatory compliance
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to analyze image quality, troubleshoot equipment, and train technologists
- Skilled in maintaining documentation for inspections, accreditation, and inventory
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 75 lbs)
- Repetitive motion, reaching, and patient transfers required
- Exposure to ionizing radiation and hazardous chemicals
- Hospital imaging and procedural areas
- Exposure to radioactive materials, infectious diseases, and stressful situations
Nice To Haves
- Prior supervisory or lead experience (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and other medications for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
- Performs, processes, and evaluates nuclear imaging studies; ensures quality and accuracy of results
- Oversees quality control procedures, regulatory compliance, and safety standards
- Coordinates and maintains department schedule, coverage, and workflow for Nuclear Medicine staff
- Prepares and manages radioactive materials inventory, calibrations, and documentation per NRC, ACR, and USP guidelines
- Assists the Radiation Safety Officer in monitoring radiation exposure and safety compliance
- Leads equipment maintenance assessments and collaborates on capital planning
- Participates in Radiation Safety Committee meetings and supports accreditation readiness
- Provides training and ongoing education for staff on procedures, safety, and protocols
- Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians to optimize protocols and imaging quality
- Ensures accurate documentation and procedural coding; collaborates with Chargemaster as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
