Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Diagnostic Imaging

Community Health Systems; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Oro Valley, AZ is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist I for part-time coverage. The role involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under physician supervision, including radiopharmaceutical preparation and image acquisition.

Collaborate with radiologists and other clinicians to ensure accurate imaging, patient safety, and compliance with NRC/state regulations.

Qualifications

• Requires 0–2 years of nuclear medicine procedures experience.
• Associate degree or equivalent in Nuclear Medicine or related field.
• Licensure or certification as applicable by state (ARRT/NM, NRC compliance).

Responsibilities

• Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapies per physician orders.
• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals following safety protocols.
• Assess patient readiness and screen for contraindications.
• Operate and calibrate imaging equipment; perform quality control checks.
• Document procedures and radiopharmaceutical usage in EMR.
• Ensure radiation safety and proper handling of radioactive materials.

Skills

Nuclear medicine imaging

Radiopharmaceutical preparation

Radiation safety

Patient care

Equipment calibration

Education

Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine or related field

Tools

Nuclear medicine equipment (gamma cameras, PET scanners)

Job description

Community Health Systems in Oro Valley, AZ is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist I for part-time coverage. The role involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under physician supervision, including radiopharmaceutical preparation and image acquisition.

Collaborate with radiologists and other clinicians to ensure accurate imaging, patient safety, and compliance with NRC/state regulations.