NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

8d•$43 - $61

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Nuclear Medicine Coordinator, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist assists physicians in diagnosing disease by performing nuclear medicine tests that image patient organs and circulating systems using radiopharmaceuticals. The role includes calibrating equipment, following radiation safety guidelines to support quality control and limit radiation exposure, performing related clerical and service duties, and ensuring quality and safe care for patients of all ages. The position is scheduled for 24 hours per week, with rotating shifts between 6:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. across the listed weekdays, plus required on-call availability. The role is non-exempt and represented by SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees). A $7,500 sign-on bonus is offered; eligibility is confirmed during the interview process. The listed hiring range is $42.83–$60.88, based on a 40-hour full-time schedule; compensation for reduced schedules is prorated and may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. UMass Memorial Health describes itself as a health system with more than 20,000 employees, focused on patient care, academic excellence, and research. The organization emphasizes respect, professionalism, diversity, and safe, quality care.

Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to completion of a degree in nuclear medicine technology.
Registration or registry eligibility as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist through the American College of Radiology, NMT, or the Society of Nuclear Medicine (NMTB).
Licensure to work as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
BLS healthcare provider certification required before completion of the 90-day probationary period.
D.O.T. certification in radioactive waste.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, sitting, communicating, using hands, pushing or pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and reaching.
Ability to lift or exert force for weights up to 50 pounds, with the frequency described in the physical-demands section.

Nice To Haves

Experience is preferred but not required.
Weekend availability is desirable.

Responsibilities

Review physician orders before testing to determine appropriate radioisotope doses for injection or oral administration; verify radioisotope measurement, count, and dose calibration.
Explain procedures to patients, answer questions, observe patient condition and reactions, and inject appropriately calibrated radiopharmaceuticals intravenously.
Perform organ visualization procedures and function tests, including thyroid uptakes, renograms, and dynamic blood flow studies; use a gamma camera and related equipment to produce diagnostic scans and adjust equipment when needed.
Record computer calculations and organ or blood-vessel measurements; prepare test reports and scans for physician review; provide relevant patient history and condition information and assist in correlating clinical laboratory and radiologic results with nuclear medicine procedures.
Order and stock radiopharmaceuticals; prepare and label solutions and reagents; maintain adequate shielding during storage and transportation; report supply shortages and assist with inventory.
Assist in other areas or modalities as needed.
Comply with departmental policies, procedures, objectives, health and safety requirements, and quality-improvement practices.
Attend meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed; maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance; perform other similar duties as required or directed.
Demonstrate respect for diverse views and contribute to a professional, tolerant, civil, and accepting environment for employees, patients, and visitors.