Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Cincinnati seeks a Supervisory Nuclear Medicine Technologist to provide technical oversight, supervise technologists, manage schedules and policies, and perform routine and specialized procedures.

The position requires NMTCB or ARRT(N) certification, English proficiency, and leadership experience. The incumbent will oversee staffing, training, quality control, safety, and collaboration with Nuclear Medicine Physician, ensuring ALARA and compliance with

Qualifications

U.S. citizenship required; non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.
Must be proficient in spoken and written English.
Certification in NMTCB or ARRT(N) is required or eligible.
Educational programs must include structured clinical training in radiation safety and procedures.
Grandfathering provisions may apply for current VA employees in this occupation.

Responsibilities

Supervise nuclear medicine technologists, manage schedules and leave time.
Prepare and administer radiopharmaceutical doses and injections as prescribed.
Operate gamma cameras, well counters and dose calibrators; maintain equipment.
Explain procedures to patients, collect data, and document results in the chart.
Develop/update imaging protocols; ensure quality, safety and ALARA compliance.
Instruct students and staff; assist with billing and workload documentation.