Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Socket.dev; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel assignment in Columbus, OH. The role requires hands-on PET/CT and General Nuclear Medicine expertise, with duties including patient preparation, radiopharmaceutical administration, IV access, and high-quality image acquisition in a busy acute-care setting.

Candidates must hold ARRT or NMTCB certification, an active Ohio license, and current BLS; strong safety practices and independent work ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Nuclear Medicine technologist certification (ARRT or NMTCB).
• Active Ohio Nuclear Medicine / Radiologic license as required for practice.
• Current BLS certification.
• Recent Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform General Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT imaging procedures.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Establish IV access and monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation and utilize PACS and imaging systems.

Skills

PET/CT imaging

Radiation safety

Independent work

Patient care

Education

Tools

PACS

Imaging equipment operation

IV start capability

Job description

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio.

This position is ideal for a technologist with hands‑on experience in both PET/CT and General Nuclear Medicine who is comfortable caring for inpatient and outpatient populations in a busy acute‑care environment. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will perform diagnostic imaging procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals within scope, establish IV access, operate imaging equipment, and ensure accurate image acquisition and documentation. Candidates must hold current ARRT or NMTCB certification, an active Ohio license, and current BLS certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform General Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT imaging procedures.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations.
• Verify patient identity, procedure orders, and relevant clinical information.
• Administer radiopharmaceuticals according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Establish peripheral IV access as needed.
• Position patients accurately for imaging studies.
• Operate PET/CT and nuclear medicine imaging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Acquire high-quality images while following established imaging protocols.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Maintain accurate documentation of administered radiopharmaceuticals and procedures.
• Utilize PACS and applicable imaging systems.
• Follow radiation-safety procedures for patients, staff, and the public.
• Maintain compliance with radioactive-material handling and disposal requirements.
• Perform appropriate quality-control procedures on imaging equipment.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide compassionate care and explain procedures clearly to patients.
• Support both inpatient and outpatient imaging workflows.
• Follow infection-control, patient-safety, and departmental standards.
• Required Experience

Candidates must have

• Recent Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience
• Hands‑on PET/CT experience
• General Nuclear Medicine experience
• Experience with inpatient and outpatient populations
• IV‑start experience
• PACS experience
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety
• Ability to work independently in a busy imaging department
• Strong patient‑care and communication skills
• Required Certifications & Licensure

Candidates must have

• Current ARRT certification in an applicable Nuclear Medicine pathway or
• Current NMTCB – Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board certification
• Active Ohio Nuclear Medicine / Radiologic license as required for practice
• Current BLS certification
• All required credentials must remain current throughout the assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong candidates may also have

• Extensive PET/CT experience
• Hospital-based Nuclear Medicine experience
• Previous travel or contract experience
• Experience with a high-volume imaging department
• Advanced nuclear cardiology experience
• Experience with oncology PET imaging
• Experience working across multiple imaging modalities
• Strong familiarity with electronic imaging and documentation systems
• Key Technical Skills

Successful candidates should be comfortable with

• PET/CT
• General Nuclear Medicine
• Radiopharmaceutical administration
• Patient positioning
• IV placement
• Radiation safety
• PACS
• Image acquisition
• Equipment quality control
• Inpatient imaging
• Outpatient imaging
• Patient monitoring
• Clinical documentation
• Interdisciplinary communication
• Schedule Requirements
• Day Shift
• Five 8-hour shifts per week
• 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• Start times may vary depending on department coverage

Possible weekday start times may include

• 6:00 AM
• 6:30 AM
• 7:00 AM
• 7:30 AM
• 8:00 AM
• 8:30 AM
• 9:30 AM
• Candidates must be flexible regarding scheduled start times.
• Additional Schedule Requirements
• Approximately one evening shift per month
• Approximately one Saturday per month
• Optional 10-hour shifts may be available during holiday weeks
• Otherwise, the position follows a steady weekday schedule
• Ideal Candidate — The ideal candidate is an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist who is comfortable working across both PET/CT and General Nuclear Medicine and can adapt to varying daily start times.
• You should have strong technical imaging skills, excellent radiation-safety knowledge, solid IV skills, and the ability to provide high-quality care to both inpatient and outpatient populations.
• This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as a:
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Nuclear Medicine Tech
• PET/CT Technologist
• PET Technologist
• NMTCB-Certified Technologist
• ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on education, experience, certification, licensure, technical skills, and the requirements of the position.