Nuclear Medicine Technologist — $30K Sign-On + Relocation (Day Shift)

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus Program Eligibility

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform ionizing radiation procedures for radiological diagnosis across patient ages. Comprehensive care requires patient prep, image acquisition, and coordination with authorized users.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and continuing education, with a sign-on bonus up to $30,000 and relocation assistance up to $7,000. Typical day shift with weekend and schedule flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; CAHEA School of Radiologic Technology and/or CAHEA School of Nuclear Medicine Technology or equivalent.
• Experience: None.
• Certificate in Nuclear Medicine Technology by NMTCB or ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for all patients served.
• Operates highly specialized, technical equipment to obtain images and test results. Applies knowledge of radiopharmacy to administer diagnostic and therapeutic doses to patients under the direction of an authorized user by IV, inhalation and ingestion.
• Prepares patients for examinations and explains procedures, correlating patient history with test to be performed. Performs duties associated with processing patients, which may include scheduling, registration, image management and computer processing skills.
• Evaluates, prepares and observes patients with professional ethics, care, courtesy, patience and safety.
• Complies with all Carilion Clinic and Imaging policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• Participates in the training of students and staff as assigned.
• Maintains Nuclear Medicine certification. Obtains required CEU's per certification board. Enhances personal and professional growth through participation in educational opportunities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; CAHEA School of Radiologic Technology and/or CAHEA School of Nuclear Medicine Technology training or equivalent

Job description

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform ionizing radiation procedures for radiological diagnosis across patient ages. Comprehensive care requires patient prep, image acquisition, and coordination with authorized users.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and continuing education, with a sign-on bonus up to $30,000 and relocation assistance up to $7,000. Typical day shift with weekend and schedule flexibility.