Nuclear Medicine Tech | $15k Sign On + Relocation

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare•Tallahassee, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system that provides care to a 22-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a career destination with over 6,000 colleagues who reflect the diversity of our community. TMH is the region's healthcare leader and top provider of advanced care with a 772-bed acute care hospital and the region's only: Level II Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatric Intensive Care. The most advanced cancer, heart and vascular, orthopedic & surgery programs in the Panhandle. Our system also includes a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, six residency programs and more than 50 affiliated physician practices. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures using radiopharmaceuticals in an outpatient clinical setting. This role is responsible for ensuring patient safety, producing high-quality images, maintaining regulatory compliance, and delivering excellent patient-centered care. Offering a $5,000 sign on bonus.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or related field (required).
Current certification by ARRT (N) and/or NMTCB (required).
State licensure as required.
Current BLS/CPR certification (required).

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of nuclear medicine experience preferred (outpatient experience a plus).
Experience with PET/CT and/or cardiac imaging preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet and identify patients using proper protocols; verify physician orders.
Explain procedures, risks, and benefits to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.
Obtain relevant patient history and assess contraindications to radiopharmaceuticals.
Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures while prioritizing comfort and safety.
Prepare, measure, and administer radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with physician orders and safety standards.
Operate nuclear medicine imaging equipment (gamma cameras, SPECT, and/or PET systems).
Perform a variety of diagnostic procedures such as bone scans, cardiac scans, thyroid imaging, and PET/CT studies.
Monitor patients during procedures and respond to adverse reactions if necessary.
Ensure image quality and completeness for accurate interpretation by physicians.
Follow established radiation safety protocols to protect patients, staff, and self.
Maintain proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials.
Monitor radiation exposure levels and maintain appropriate records.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accrediting agency regulations (e.g., NRC, state health departments).
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly quality control checks on imaging equipment.
Identify equipment issues and coordinate service or repairs as needed.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces.
Accurately document procedures, patient data, and radiopharmaceutical dosages in EMR systems.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain required competencies.