Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority in Halifax seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to prepare, dispense and administer radiopharmaceuticals for over 70 diagnostic procedures, while ensuring QA of radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment. The role emphasizes patient care, safety, accuracy, and professional conduct.

Credential requirements include CAMRT certification, NSRMIRT licensure, BLS, and WHMIS familiarity.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• CAMRT certification is required.
• NSRMIRT licensure is required.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required.
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, dispense, and administer radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic procedures and therapies.
• Perform quality assurance of radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment.
• Maintain documentation for accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• On rotating basis, perform on-call/emergency procedures outside department hours.

Skills

Patient rapport

Adaptability

Communication

French (asset)

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology

CAMRT certification

NSRMIRT licensure

BLS Certification

WHMIS

Job description

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging

Req ID: 208864

Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII

Department: DI Nuclear Medicine (In Vivo)

Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1

Union: NSGEUHealthcarePosition

Posting Closing Date: 16-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

Under the remote supervision of the Manager, and working with the team, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist prepares, dispenses, and administers radiopharmaceuticals to perform more than 70 nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures and therapies, effectively, efficiently, professionally, and ethically. Within this diverse scope is the ongoing quality assurance of radiopharmaceuticals, imaging equipment, and documentation maintenance required by hospital accreditation, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC),Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG), and Health Canada.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is expected to adapt procedures and perform complex computer manipulations and analysis while providing a high standard of health care to the client. On a rotating basis, they are required to independently perform on-call/emergency procedures outside of department hours for presentation to the nuclear medicine physician.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology
• Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification
• Nova Scotia Regulator of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NSRMIRT) licensure
• Basic Life Support Certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
• Able to adapt to changes or unusual circumstances in a way that promotes co-operation, and teamwork and minimizes disruption to the work environment
• Must be able to establish a rapport with patients demonstrating courtesy, kindness, understanding, and professionalism at all times
• Must be committed to practicing all aspects of Nuclear Medicine and demonstrate initiative in maintaining and expanding all related skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$36.88 - $45.21 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.