Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Upson Regional Medical Center; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Upson Regional Medical Center in Thomaston, GA is seeking a Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our Imaging team on a PRN, varied shift. This role supports our growing cancer care program and uses your Nuclear Medicine expertise to deliver high-quality patient imaging and safety.

You’ll work closely with physicians, maintain PACS/Meditech workflows, and provide compassionate care across the lifespan in a supportive, community-focused hospital.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and Nuclear Medicine education/certificate completed.
• Relevant Nuclear Medicine certification or credential.
• BLS certification is required.
• At least 6 months radiology experience or accredited school experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform and process Nuclear Medicine exams with quality imaging.
• Care for patients throughout their imaging experience.
• Gather patient histories and communicate with physicians/radiologists.
• Follow Nuclear Medicine safety and regulatory requirements.
• Apply ALARA principles to radiation safety.
• Manage patient records via PACS and Meditech.
• Maintain equipment, supplies and a safe clinical environment.
• Provide compassionate care to patients across the lifespan.

Skills

Radiology experience

ALARA principles

PACS and Meditech

Education

Associate degree

Nuclear Medicine education/certificate

BLS certification

Tools

PACS

Meditech

Job description

Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Schedule: PRN

Shift: Varied Hours

Hours: Varied

Join a winning team!

Upson Regional Medical Center is a small hospital with a BIG heart! Our employees enjoy an environment where they can take care of patients with a high degree of quality and compassion. Patients get to experience top-notch healthcare with modern technology and a team with a focus of excellence for every patient, every time.

Be Part of Something New. Help Us Build the Future of Cancer Care.

Upson Regional Medical Centeris looking for a skilled and compassionate RegisteredNuclear Medicine Technologist to join our Imaging team and play an integral role in our new cancer treatment program.

This is more than an imaging position. It’s an opportunity to bring your Nuclear Medicine expertise to a growing program where your skills will directly support the expansion of cancer care available to our community.

What You’ll Do

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you’ll combine technical expertise with compassionate patient care while working closely with physicians and other members of the care team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing and processing high-quality Nuclear Medicine exams
• Preparing and caring for patients throughout their imaging experience
• Acquiring accurate patient histories and communicating relevant information to physicians and radiologists
• Following Nuclear Medicine safety and regulatory requirements
• Applying ALARA principles to promote radiation safety
• Processing and retrieving patient records through PACS and Meditech
• Maintaining equipment, supplies, and a safe clinical environment
• Providing exceptional care to patients across the lifespan

Why This Role Stands Out

You won’t simply be filling an existing position. You’ll be part of an important new chapter in cancer care at Upson Regional.

As our cancer treatment program grows, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist will be an integral member of the team helping us deliver these services. This is a chance to use your specialized skills in a role with purpose, visibility, and the opportunity to contribute to something new.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree and applicable Nuclear Medicine education/certificate
• Relevant Nuclear Medicine relatedcertification
• BLS certification
• At least 6 months of radiology experience, with qualifying school experience accepted
• Hospital radiology experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail, communication, patient-care and problem-solving skills

Bring Your Expertise. Help Us Grow Cancer Care Close to Home.

If you’re a Nuclear Medicine professional looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work and be part of the growth of a new cancer treatment program, we’d love to meet you.