Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PRN)

Catalyst MedTech; Blue Ridge (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA options

401(k) with employer match

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Job summary

Diagnostic Imaging Solutions (DIS) in Blue Ridge, NC, a subsidiary of Catalyst MedTech, seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) for per diem, day-shift work. The role involves mobile SPECT imaging, IV starts, isotope administration, and strict adherence to radiation safety.

You’ll join a proactive team focused on patient care in outpatient settings, with no nights, weekends, or on-call requirements. Travel to client sites is required as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with patients and ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to assist with mobile imaging equipment and transfers.
• Capacity to operate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional and/or perfusion cardiac studies, including image processing for physician review.
• Follow all policies: quality control, exam procedures, radiation safety, dosing and documentation.
• Start IVs aseptically and administer isotopes per standards and company protocol.
• Maintain regulatory compliance at federal, state and local levels.
• Document results in EMR and assist with mobile operations at customer sites.

Skills

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Valid driver’s license

Education

NMTCB/ARRT(N) certification pending

Nuclear medicine program completion

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Blue Ridge, NC - Blue Ridge, NC, Position Type: Per Diem, Salary Range: $35.00 - $40.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Diagnostic Imaging Solutions (DIS), a subsidiary of Catalyst MedTech, is the nationwide leader in mobile nuclear cardiology with a unique, direct to point-of-service healthcare model.

The DIS Difference

• No nights or weekends!
• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• No on-call or holiday shifts.
• Work as a team with your Cardiac Stress Tech partner.

You’re a great fit if. . .

• You are a top-notch Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) committed to excellent patient care.
• You are a good communicator who cares about their patients.
• You enjoy working autonomously.
• You like a dynamic and fast paced work environment where teamwork is not just a term, but an integral part of our culture.
• You like being part of a team where our customers appreciate us taking care of their patients.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, Daylight Hours. No call, no weekends, no holidays!

Responsibilities

• Perform functional and/or perfusion rest and stress cardiac studies, including image processing for physician review.
• Understand and implement all policies and procedures which include daily quality control, equipment operations, exam procedures, radiation safety, calibrating and transporting isotopes (when necessary) and ordering doses appropriately using electronic methods.
• Start IV’s using aseptic techniques.
• Administer prescribed isotopes and pharmaceuticals per national standards and company protocol.
• Maintain all federal, state, local, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure patient safety while providing high quality testing.
• Perform daily quality control checks and calibrations on camera; complete required NRC/State documentation.
• Follow radiation safety policies and NRC/State guidelines for handling of radioactive pharmaceuticals, including but not limited to conducting daily surveys of hot lab, exam room, camera, and personnel.
• Accurately document patient test results and patient medical history using EMR. Additional administrative documentation may be required.
• May be responsible for conducting mobile operations to include the following:
  • As a team, move, load, unload, and/or transport mobile imaging equipment using company van.
  • As a team, preparation and tear down of operations at customer sites, including preparing and inventorying pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, load and unload equipment in/out of the van, setup and tear down diagnostic equipment at the customer site and disposal of medical waste.
  • Documenting daily usage and occurrences with the company vehicle.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to providing consistent, excellent customer service at all times.
• Travel to client sites as scheduled. Driving a company van and following Radiation Safety and DOT regulations for purpose of transporting equipment, medical supplies, radioactive material, and staff to customer site.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active NMTCB or ARRT(N) licensure OR successful completion of an approved nuclear medicine program with pending NMTCB/ARRT(N) certification.
• If applicable, a state licensure in good standing.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to push/pull medical equipment as a team.
• Valid Drivers Licence.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed at outpatient imaging centers, hospitals, clinics, and/or physician offices with moderate to high patient volume. Our mobile teams focus on cardiac studies (SPECT) utilizing an upright GAMA camera. Team members must travel in all weather conditions in a company van, when applicable.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand for periods of time.
• Walking, stooping, turning, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Ready to try something different where you are appreciated as an integral part of a dynamic team? Say goodbye to hospital life, take back your independence, and join the leader in nuclear cardiology.

Our Perks!

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance with HSA/FSA options
• Medical Coverage starting at $78.00 per pay for individual and increasing based on plan and dependent coverage options.
• Dental Coverage starting at $6.16 per pay for individual and increasing based on plan and dependent coverage options.
• Vision Coverage starting at $1.61 per pay for individual and increased based on dependent coverage options.
• HSA plan with employer contribution
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Company provided $25,000 in Life Insurance with option to additional coverage.
• Additional supplemental insurances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Professional License fee reimbursement
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off – Including Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Time
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition reimbursement

Occupational Exposure:

As a company that is committed to following ALARA at all times, there is limited radiation exposure during nuclear medicine procedures. Technetium (Tc-99m) based radiopharmaceuticals are utilized for cardiac (SPECT) imaging studies. Performance of clinical job duties has a reasonable anticipated risk factor of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens or other infectious materials. Employees are required to follow company’s Radiation Safety Policies, including the use of lead shielding, PPE, and practice universal precautions during patient care.