Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Company: Inova Health System
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: April 7, 2025

Job Description:

Inova _*Outpatient Cardiology *_is looking for a dedicated _*Nuclear Medicine Technologist *_to join the team in a _*PRN*_ capacity. Help us help those who need the most help & _*apply today!*_

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

*Sign on bonus and relocation assistance eligible. *

Inova's hospitals are consistently recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for excellence in healthcare.

We are proud to be named one of Forbes' 2022 Best Employers for Women, #11 of 5,000+ facilities on NurseJournal's national 2023 Best Places to Work as a Nurse list, and a Top Performer in the 2022 Healthcare Equality Index for LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality.

*Featured benefits: *
* Tuition reimbursement
* Student loan assistance - up to $10,000!
* Paid parental leave
* Retirement benefits with match from day one
* State-of-the-art medical and training facilities



*Work schedule: *PRN with availability needed on Wednesdays and Fridays.





*Job Responsibilities:*
* Explains procedures to patients and families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and ensure patient cooperation.
* Assists the physician in performing a variety of examinations by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions, and/or sterile techniques. Demonstrates proper technique for injection of radiopharmaceuticals under the American College of Radiology guidelines.
* Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams while taking appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome.
* Correctly identifies patients and their files by utilizing electronic medical records and picture archiving/communication systems while ensuring a high degree of accuracy.
* Demonstrates the effective use of radiation protection procedures with shielding, collimation devices, and protective shielding per supervisor observation. Maintains exposure reading within the ALARA limits.

*Requirements for Consideration:*
* *Education: *Graduate of an accredited school/program of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
* *Licensure: *Nuclear Medical Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT (N) certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist within one year of hire date.
* *Certification: *Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association
* *Experience: *Experience in a hospital/healthcare environment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Student.

*About Inova Health System *

Inova is Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Our mission is to provide world-class healthcare - every time, every touch - to each person in every community we have the privilege to serve. Inova's 24,000+ team members serve more than 2 million individuals annually through an integrated network of hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, emergency and urgent care centers, outpatient services and destination institutes.

Inova's five hospitals are consistently recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for excellence in healthcare.

Inova is home to Northern Virginia's only Level 1 Trauma Center and Level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Its hospitals have a total of 1,952 licensed beds.

*Inova's Anti-Discrimination Employment Policy *

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $52.21 per hour

Schedule:
* Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply



Application Question(s):
* Are you a graduate of an accredited Associate's school/program of Nuclear Medicine Technology?
* Do you have any prior experience in a hospital/healthcare environment as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Student?

License/Certification:
* BLS with the American Heart Association (Required)
* NMTCB -or- ARRT (N) (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:
* Alexandria, VA 22310: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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