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Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio.

This position is ideal for a technologist with hands-on experience in both PET/CT and General Nuclear Medicine who is comfortable caring for inpatient and outpatient populations in a busy acute-care environment.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will perform diagnostic imaging procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals within scope, establish IV access, operate imaging equipment, and ensure accurate image acquisition and documentation.

Candidates must hold current ARRT or NMTCB certification, an active Ohio license, and current BLS certification.

Key Responsibilities

        Perform General Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT imaging procedures.

        Prepare patients for diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations.

        Verify patient identity, procedure orders, and relevant clinical information.

        Administer radiopharmaceuticals according to physician orders and established protocols.

        Establish peripheral IV access as needed.

        Position patients accurately for imaging studies.

        Operate PET/CT and nuclear medicine imaging equipment safely and efficiently.

        Acquire high-quality images while following established imaging protocols.

        Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.

        Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns appropriately.

        Maintain accurate documentation of administered radiopharmaceuticals and procedures.

        Utilize PACS and applicable imaging systems.

        Follow radiation-safety procedures for patients, staff, and the public.

        Maintain compliance with radioactive-material handling and disposal requirements.

        Perform appropriate quality-control procedures on imaging equipment.

        Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

        Provide compassionate care and explain procedures clearly to patients.

        Support both inpatient and outpatient imaging workflows.

        Follow infection-control, patient-safety, and departmental standards.

Required Experience

Candidates must have:

        Recent Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience

        Hands-on PET/CT experience

        General Nuclear Medicine experience

        Experience with inpatient and outpatient populations

        IV-start experience

        PACS experience

        Strong knowledge of radiation safety

        Ability to work independently in a busy imaging department

        Strong patient-care and communication skills

Required Certifications & Licensure

Candidates must have:

        Current ARRT certification in an applicable Nuclear Medicine pathway

or

        Current NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board certification

        Active Ohio Nuclear Medicine / Radiologic license as required for practice

        Current BLS certification

All required credentials must remain current throughout the assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong candidates may also have:

        Extensive PET/CT experience

        Hospital-based Nuclear Medicine experience

        Previous travel or contract experience

        Experience with a high-volume imaging department

        Advanced nuclear cardiology experience

        Experience with oncology PET imaging

        Experience working across multiple imaging modalities

        Strong familiarity with electronic imaging and documentation systems

Key Technical Skills

Successful candidates should be comfortable with:

        PET/CT

        General Nuclear Medicine

        Radiopharmaceutical administration

        Patient positioning

        IV placement

        Radiation safety

        PACS

        Image acquisition

        Equipment quality control

        Inpatient imaging

        Outpatient imaging

        Patient monitoring

        Clinical documentation

        Interdisciplinary communication

Schedule Requirements

        Day Shift

        Five 8-hour shifts per week

        40 hours per week

        Monday through Friday

        Start times may vary depending on department coverage

Possible weekday start times may include:

        6:00 AM

        6:30 AM

        7:00 AM

        7:30 AM

        8:00 AM

        8:30 AM

        9:30 AM

Candidates must be flexible regarding scheduled start times.

Additional Schedule Requirements

        Approximately one evening shift per month

        Approximately one Saturday per month

        Optional 10-hour shifts may be available during holiday weeks

        Otherwise, the position follows a steady weekday schedule

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist who is comfortable working across both PET/CT and General Nuclear Medicine and can adapt to varying daily start times.

You should have strong technical imaging skills, excellent radiation-safety knowledge, solid IV skills, and the ability to provide high-quality care to both inpatient and outpatient populations.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as a:

        Nuclear Medicine Technologist

        Nuclear Medicine Tech

        PET/CT Technologist

        PET Technologist

        NMTCB-Certified Technologist

        ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technologist

        Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on education, experience, certification, licensure, technical skills, and the requirements of the position.