Nuclear Medicine Technician, PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, AL, is seeking a Nuclear Medical Technologist to administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform diagnostic studies as directed by physicians. The role supports high-quality imaging and patient care within the Radiology Department.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree in Nuclear Medicine, NMTCB certification if not grandfathered by the state, and Basic Life Support (BLS). This full-time on-site position reports to the Radiology Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications for patient imaging and therapeutic procedures.
• Processes data and enhances digital images using advanced computer technology.
• Provides images, data analysis and patient information for diagnostic interpretation or therapeutic procedures.
• Evaluates images to determine the technical quality and calibration of instrumentation.
• Processes the images for radiologist review.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Stress tolerance

Education

Associate's Degree in Nuclear Medicine

Graduate of Nuclear Medicine program

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Nuclear Medical Technologist

At North Alabama Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Nuclear Medical Technologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Position Summary

Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals as well as other medications to patients and performs the diagnostic study per physician orders.

Reports To

Radiology Supervisor

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

Education

Associate's Degree Required; Graduate of a Program Discipline in Nuclear Medicine Required; Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Licenses

Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist by NMTCB if not grandfathered by the state.

Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions

• Administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications for patient imaging and therapeutic procedures.
• Processes data and enhances digital images using advanced computer technology.
• Provides images, data analysis and patient information for diagnostic interpretation or therapeutic procedures.
• Evaluates images to determine the technical quality and calibration of instrumentation.
• Processes the images for radiologist review.

About Us

North Alabama Medical Center is located in Florence, AL, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

North Alabama Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.