Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Per Diem

Summit Health; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

VillageMD is hiring a per diem Radiology/Nuclear Medicine Technologist to support diagnostic imaging and cardiac studies. You will prepare and inject radiopharmaceuticals, assist physicians, and perform QA to ensure safe, accurate imaging.

The role requires NRC-compliant procedures, English communication skills, and flexibility to travel between satellite offices as needed. Per diem hourly rate is competitive.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• BLS certification required; ARRT and CNMT are required.
• 0–4 years’ experience in nuclear medicine; 2–4 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals per NRC regulations and policies.
• Performs cardiac nuclear studies and assists physicians as needed.
• Maintains QA and calibration of equipment; ensures regulatory compliance.
• Documents tests, manages patient flow, and reports results promptly.
• Ensures proper aseptic technique and safe handling of isotopes.

Skills

Radiopharmaceutical preparation

Nuclear medicine procedures

Quality assurance

Safety procedures

Communication in English

Education

High School Diploma

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Imaging Equipment

Dose Calibrator

Geiger counter

Well & Probe Uptake System

Lead shielding equipment

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient‑centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients’ homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all.We are innovating value‑based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high‑quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

This role is per diem, our per diem rate is $67.18 hourly

Essential Job functions

• Prepares and injects radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging procedures according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and department policies.
• Measures concentrations of radioactive isotope in specific body areas to obtain information for use by the Radiologists in diagnosing patients’ illness.
• Performs cardiac nuclear studies including stress MUGA, Thallium and non‑gated Technetium studies. Assists physician with procedures as required.
• Gives reports to physician for review/interpretation within the time frame specified by the department.
• Programs computer for each procedure.
• Documents reason for test and any known allergies.
• Employs proper aseptic techniques in IV insertion and administration.
• Manages nuclear schedule for best utilization of time, patient flow and patient needs. Performs daily/weekly quality assurance procedures, calibration and flood analysis on the equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Troubleshoots minor problems, reports other problems and those requiring repair service to Supervisor of Cardiology Techs, Clinical Manager and Physician.
• Performs cardiac nuclear studies including stress MUGA, Thallium and non‑gated Technetium studies. Assists physician with procedures as required.
• Acquires clear images appropriate for the studies. Accurately gates the study when required.
• Performs departmental surveys to ensure compliance with radiation standards for SMG, NRC, and EPA.
• Follows proper procedures for spill and decontamination; reports contamination to appropriate authorities and regulatory commissions.
• Orders and logs appropriate information regarding receipt of radioactive materials and pharmaceuticals and dispose of radioisotopes according to industry standards and regulations.
• Updates nuclear Policies and Procedures to reflect current techniques and best practices. Adheres to the nuclear/ProSolv workflow including preparing the preliminary report for the Cardiologist.
• Archives images according to SMG procedure.

General Job functions

• Perform QA on a daily basis, as required.
• Demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety‑related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and maintenance of safe work environment.
• Other duties as required.

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required. Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• 0 – 1 years’ experience. 2-4 years’ experience preferred.
• IV Certification required. ARRT and CNMT required.
• Ability to perform nuclear medicine procedures.
• Ability to prepare and inject radioactive isotopes.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required. Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy required.
• Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills required. Experience with Imaging Equipment, Dose Calibrator, Geiger counter – cutie pie CGM meter preferred.
• Experience with Well & Probe Uptake System and Lead Syringe Shields & Lab Coats preferred.
• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.

Travel

Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed.

Pay Range: $46.73 - $58.41 Hourly

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

About Our Commitment

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Companyprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.