Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Cardiac PET)

Virginia Heart; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights, weekends, or holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Merit-Based increases

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Referral Bonuses

Employee Discounts

Quarterly Events

Job summary

Virginia Heart seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Cardiac PET/CT) to perform high-quality Cardiac PET/CT and CT imaging at Falls Church and Leesburg locations. The role requires CNMT or ARRT(N), BLS, and CT certification (or plan to obtain within 6 months).

PET imaging experience is preferred, with cross-training available. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, relocation support, and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive outpatient cardiology

Qualifications

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) required.
• BLS certification.
• CT Certification (ARRT CT or NMTCB CT) or willing to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience in PET imaging preferred; cross-training available.
• Experience in cardiac PET highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety, patient care, and imaging protocols.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to cover multiple locations to support patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality Cardiac PET/CT scans with patient safety in mind.
• Perform Cardiac CT imaging where applicable.
• Administer and monitor radiopharmaceuticals and contrast agents.
• Apply advanced clinical skills to execute imaging procedures and manage challenging patient care situations.
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, nurses, technologists, and leadership to ensure patient care.
• Adhere to quality control procedures per departmental protocols and manufacturer guidelines.
• Deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining radiation safety standards.
• Cover CT-only, PET-only, and possibly SPECT studies as needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and imaging reports.
• Stay updated with advancements in PET imaging and engage in ongoing professional development.
• Proactively manage workload and contribute to department efficiency.

Skills

CNMT

ARRT(N)

BLS certified

Cardiac PET imaging

PET/CT imaging

Team player

Tools

CT Certification

Job description

# Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Cardiac PET)Lansdowne OfficeFull-Time / Non-ExemptClinical19450 Deerfield Avenue Suite 100 Leesburg, VA 20176Apply Now## Job Description#### Location: Lansdowne & Falls Church, VA#### Status: Non-Exempt**$10,000 Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Bonus**At Virginia Heart, we are looking for a professional **Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Cardiac PET/CT), experienced or willing to learn,** thatwill perform high-quality Cardiac PET/CT and Cardiac CT imaging at both Falls Church, our advanced PET studies location, and Leesburg, our newest PET location. This role ensures skill retention across all imaging protocols while balancing workload fairly between locations. This position is an integral part of the direct patient care team, requiring full competency, state licensure, and certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will perform a variety of cardiac imaging procedures, ensuring high quality diagnostic results while prioritizing safety and comfort.When you work with Virginia Heart, you will enjoy a dedicated and experienced staff, competitive wages, excellent benefits and the following rewards and incentives:* No Nights, weekends, or holidays!* Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision plans* 401(k) Retirement Plan* Paid Short-Term Disability* Employee Assistance Program for Mental and Physical well-being* Three Weeks of Paid Vacation upon eligibility* One week of Paid Sick Leave* Annual Merit-Based increases* Career Advancement Opportunities* Employee Referral Bonuses* Employee Discount Programs* Quarterly Employee Appreciation Events to include therapy dogs, raffles, and other fun events.Virginia Heart is Northern Virginia's premier cardiovascular practice, bringing an unparalleled standard of excellence to our patients. We are seeking experienced professionals to join our team in our outpatient cardiology setting. Every employee, at every level, begins their journey at Virginia Heart learning about the history of the organization and its established culture built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and we want you to be a part of it. **Responsibilities:*** Perform high-quality Cardiac PET/CT scans, ensuring patient safety and comfort* Perform high-quality Cardiac CT imaging where applicable* Administer and monitor radiopharmaceuticals and contrast agents* Apply advanced clinical skills and critical thinking to execute imaging procedures and manage challenging patient care situations* Work closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, fellow nuclear and CT technologists, and leadership to ensure optimal patient care* Adhere to quality control procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and manufacturer guidelines.* Deliver exceptional patient care while adhering to radiation safety standards to optimize both safety and service quality* Must be able to cover for CT only studies, PET only studies, and possibly SPECT studies* Maintain accurate patient records and imaging reports. Stay updated with the latest advancements in PET imaging* Engage in ongoing professional development, expanding knowledge beyond baseline competencies* Take initiative in managing workload by actively anticipating departmental needs, prioritizing daily tasks, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the department. Technologists are expected to always remain hands-on, proactively identifying and addressing tasks.**Requirements:*** Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) (Required)BLS certified* CT Certification (ARRT CT or NMTCB CT) or willingness to obtain CT Certification within 6 months of hire ($10,000 Sign-On Bonus awarded upon completion of CT training & licensure)* Experience in PET imaging (Preferred) – Cross-training available for nuclear medicine techs who want to transition into PET/CT* Experience in cardiac PET (Highly Preferred)* Strong knowledge of radiation safety, patient care, and imaging protocols* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team* Must be willing and flexible to cover multiple locations as needed to support patient care and departmental operations* Must have or obtain Virginia state license from Virginia Department of Health Professions to practice in outpatient settingThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only job duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws.