Nuclear Med Tech.PRN

University Hospitals; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Medical Center is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform specialized imaging procedures using radiopharmaceuticals. You will operate imaging equipment, monitor patients, and ensure radiation safety with a focus on compassionate care.

This per diem, entry-level role requires an AMA-approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program graduate, Ohio licensure, and ARRT-N/NMTCB certification upon hire where applicable.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate strong organizational, written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in computer applications.
• Graduate of AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program; ARRT registration preferred?

Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine patient exams accurately, timely and safely.
• Maintains Quality Control on Nuclear Equipment.
• Maintains compliance with State and Federal agencies; follows safety guidelines.
• Ensures proper billing codes are entered in RIS and patient sheets.
• Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements.
• Collaborates with staff to complete assignments professionally.
• Delivers age-appropriate patient care from neonates to geriatrics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program

Job description

You will perform specialized imaging procedures that use small amounts of radioactive materials to help diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions. You will prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate imaging equipment, monitor patients during procedures, and ensure compliance with radiation safety standards. Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals while providing safe, compassionate care allows you to provide a positive experience for patients.

What You Will Do

• Accurately, timely, and efficiently performs moderate and highly complex Nuclear Medicine patient exams & provides patient care within the scope of Nuclear Medicine
• Maintains Quality Control on Nuclear Equipment
• Maintains Compliance with State and Federal Agencies
• Consistently follows hospital and department guidelines for patient identification and safety.
• Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements.
• Maintains a responsibility for self-development with support for the learning environment of the Hospital and the department of Imaging.
• Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the RIS and on the patient billing sheets.
• Collaborates effectively with co-workers and staff to ensure that assignments are completed in a professional and effective manner.
• Displays a commitment to Hospital mission and values
• Provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
• Effectively follows directions to maintain department readiness based on DNV standards.
• Uses administrative skills to contribute to successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the EMR

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Primary Location

United States-Ohio-Ashland

Work Locations

1025 Center St

Job

Radiology / Radiation Oncology

Organization

Samaritan_Medical_Center

Schedule

Per Diem

Employee Status

PRN

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Entry Level

Travel

No

Remote Work

No

Job Posting

Sep 28, 2026, 11:04:28 AM

Education Qualifications

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and
• Graduate of an AMA approved program in Nuclear Medicine Technology (Required)

Experience Qualifications

• 1+ year Experience in Nuclear Medicine (Preferred)

Skills And Abilities

• Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills and knowledge of all various equipment. (Required proficiency)
• Proficient in computer applications. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine (ARRT-N) (Required Upon Hire) or
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board and maintain registry (Required Upon Hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)
• Licensed by the State of Ohio (Required Upon Hire)

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequently
• Walking - Frequently
• Sitting - Rarely
• Lifting - Frequently (50 lbs)
• Carrying - Frequently (50 lbs)
• Pushing - Frequently (50 lbs)
• Pulling - Frequently (50 lbs)
• Climbing - Occasionally (50 lbs)
• Balancing - Occasionally
• Stooping - Frequently
• Kneeling - Frequently
• Crouching - Frequently
• Crawling - Occasionally
• Reaching - Frequently
• Handling - Frequently
• Grasping - Frequently
• Feeling - Constantly
• Talking - Constantly
• Hearing - Constantly
• Repetitive Motions - Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly