Nuclear Medicine Technologist at FutureSoft Consulting Inc

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio.

This position is ideal for a technologist with hands-on experience in both PET/CT and General Nuclear Medicine who is comfortable caring for inpatient and outpatient populations in a busy acute-care environment.

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will perform diagnostic imaging procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals within scope, establish IV access, operate imaging equipment, and ensure accurate image acquisition and documentation.

Candidates must hold current ARRT or NMTCB certification, an active Ohio license, and current BLS certification.

Key Responsibilities

· Perform General Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT imaging procedures.

· Prepare patients for diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations.

· Verify patient identity, procedure orders, and relevant clinical information.

· Administer radiopharmaceuticals according to physician orders and established protocols.

· Establish peripheral IV access as needed.

· Position patients accurately for imaging studies.

· Operate PET/CT and nuclear medicine imaging equipment safely and efficiently.

· Acquire high-quality images while following established imaging protocols.

· Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.

· Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns appropriately.

· Maintain accurate documentation of administered radiopharmaceuticals and procedures.

· Utilize PACS and applicable imaging systems.

· Follow radiation-safety procedures for patients, staff, and the public.

· Maintain compliance with radioactive-material handling and disposal requirements.

· Perform appropriate quality-control procedures on imaging equipment.

· Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

· Provide compassionate care and explain procedures clearly to patients.

· Support both inpatient and outpatient imaging workflows.

· Follow infection-control, patient-safety, and departmental standards.

Required Experience

· Recent Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience

· Hands-on PET/CT experience

· General Nuclear Medicine experience

· Experience with inpatient and outpatient populations

· IV-start experience

· PACS experience

· Strong knowledge of radiation safety

· Ability to work independently in a busy imaging department

· Strong patient-care and communication skills

Required Certifications & Licensure

· Current ARRT certification in an applicable Nuclear Medicine pathway

or

· Current NMTCB – Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board certification

· Active Ohio Nuclear Medicine / Radiologic license as required for practice

· Current BLS certification

All required credentials must remain current throughout the assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

· Extensive PET/CT experience

· Hospital-based Nuclear Medicine experience

· Previous travel or contract experience

· Experience with a high-volume imaging department

· Advanced nuclear cardiology experience

· Experience with oncology PET imaging

· Experience working across multiple imaging modalities

· Strong familiarity with electronic imaging and documentation systems

Key Technical Skills

· PET/CT

· General Nuclear Medicine

· Radiopharmaceutical administration

· Patient positioning

· IV placement

· Radiation safety

· PACS

· Image acquisition

· Equipment quality control

· Inpatient imaging

· Outpatient imaging

· Patient monitoring

· Clinical documentation

· Interdisciplinary communication

Schedule Requirements

· Day Shift

· Five 8-hour shifts per week

· 40 hours per week

· Monday through Friday

· Start times may vary depending on department coverage

· 6:00 AM

· 6:30 AM

· 7:00 AM

· 7:30 AM

· 8:00 AM

· 8:30 AM

· 9:30 AM

Candidates must be flexible regarding scheduled start times.

Additional Schedule Requirements

· Approximately one evening shift per month

· Approximately one Saturday per month

· Optional 10-hour shifts may be available during holiday weeks

· Otherwise, the position follows a steady weekday schedule

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist who is comfortable working across both PET/CT and General Nuclear Medicine and can adapt to varying daily start times.

You should have strong technical imaging skills, excellent radiation-safety knowledge, solid IV skills, and the ability to provide high-quality care to both inpatient and outpatient populations.

· Nuclear Medicine Technologist

· Nuclear Medicine Tech

· PET/CT Technologist

· PET Technologist

· NMTCB-Certified Technologist

· ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technologist

· Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on education, experience, certification, licensure, technical skills, and the requirements of the position.