Nuclear Medicine/PET Tech - as needed

Riverside; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 53,175 - 73,123; Part time

Job summary

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital in Gloucester, Virginia is seeking a Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist to provide diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine and PET services. The role supports both Nuclear Medicine and PET departments, requiring compliance with radiation safety standards and thorough documentation. The position offers part-time hours with on-call, weekend and irregular shifts.

Qualifications

• Nuclear Medicine experience preferred.
• ARRT NM (N) required or CNMT certification required.
• CPR/BLS certification required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine and PET procedures.
• Produce high quality diagnostic images following protocols and ALARA principles.
• Prepare, calibrate, store, and administer radiopharmaceuticals as required.
• Maintain records of tests, results, and isotope disposition.
• Ensure safety, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Radiation Safety

Patient Care

Job description

## Nuclear Medicine/PET Tech - as neededApplylocations: Riverside Walter Reed Hospital - Gloucester, Virginiatime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 2026-036337Gloucester, Virginia**Hiring Range**$38.60 - $53.08/HourlyActual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs. **Overview** The Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist is responsible for performing all necessary duties and functions related to planning, organizing, and performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine and PET procedures. The Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist is responsible for producing high quality diagnostic images with special attention to radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with patients and radioactive materials. The Nuclear Medicine/PET technologist provides coverage for both departments (Nuclear Medicine/PET) as needed. **What you will do** * Performs a variety of nuclear medicine studies to include all types of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Produces quality images following appropriate protocols and procedures. Provides clinical documentation per scope of practice. Follows ALARA principles.* Performs responsibilities with a commitment to safety and quality and prevents or reduces harms through knowledge and application of policies, procedures, protocols, using safety behaviors. Responsible for the preparation of equipment, instrumentation, and departmental supplies required to support quality patient care.* Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards. Reports variances.* Coordinates patient care and performs effective assessment, actions, and documentation. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.* Maintains records of tests conducted, tests results, and disposition of isotopes and body products containing isotopes.* Orders, prepares, calibrates, stores, and administers radiopharmaceuticals for routine, on-call, and therapeutic procedures. Performs quality control on various instruments.* Operates various radiation detection devices, and other instruments that measure the quantity and distribution of radionuclides within a patient or patient specimen. **Qualifications** **Experience** * Nuclear Medicine experience (Preferred) **Licenses and Certifications** * Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Nuclear Medicine (N) Upon Hire(Required) or* Certified Nuclear Medicine Technician (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Inc (NMTCB) CNMT Upon Hire(Required) and* CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)**Other Requirements*** Call Rotation* Weekend Shifts* Irregular ShiftsTo learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.