Nuclear Medicine technologist

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Paid time off

401k with employer match

Tuition assistance

Student debt pay down

Life insurance

Job summary

Sentara Health in Norfolk, VA, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform and analyze diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures in an ambulatory setting. The role involves patient positioning, radiopharmaceutical administration, IV competency, and strict adherence to QA and safety standards.

No prior experience required; new grads welcome. Sentara offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a leading health system.

Qualifications

• Trade school certificate in radiologic sciences.
• BLD Nuclear Medicine credential.
• ARRT CNMT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts general Nuclear Medicine imaging under physician supervision.
• Positions patients for accurate anatomical/pathology demonstration.
• Manages radiopharmaceutical preparation, dose, and administration.
• Operates radiation-producing equipment and radiology systems.
• Provides patient and family education and completes documentation.
• Complies with all safety and QA standards, including IV competency.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

Radiology

CNMT

ARRT

IV Competency

Education

Trade school certificate radiologic sciences

BLD Nuclear Medicine

Tools

None

Job description

Overview

Performs and analyzes all diagnostic Nuclear Medicine Procedures in ambulatory setting. Performs to all quality control and quality assurance standards as prescribed by all state, federal, and local agencies. Provide the best patient care and practice radiation safety standards at all times

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Job Description

Conducts general Nuclear Medicine imaging of patients, within scope of demonstrated competency under the direction of a qualified physician, to include: positioning of patient for demonstration of correct anatomy/pathology. Competent in preparation, dose management and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, radioisotopes, operation of radiation producing equipment, operation of the electronic radiology systems, preparation of patient room/equipment, provides patient and family education and maintains adequate supply inventory. Explains examination procedure and discharge instructions to patient and completes departmental documentation. Complies with all radioactive activity monitoring and documentation. Performs to all quality control and quality assurance standards as prescribed by all state, federal, and local agencies. Intravenous (IV) Competency required.

Education

• Trade school certificate radiologic sciences
• BLD Nuclear Medicine

Certification/Licensure

• ARRT required CNMT

Experience

No experience required new grads welcome

KEY WORDS

Nuclear Medicine, NMT, Radiology, ARRT, CNMT, CT Tech, PET/CT

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $44.90 - $65.99 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.

In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a state-of-the‑art neonatal intensive care unit.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer

and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco‑free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work

Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.