Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Arlington, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 07/20/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a 13-week travel contract requiring a minimum of 2 years of nuclear medicine experience and proficiency across a broad range of general and cardiac nuclear medicine procedures.
Details
- Work in a hospital-based nuclear medicine department with 4 rooms and a dedicated PET/CT suite
- General nuclear medicine studies include bone, renal, gastric emptying, GI bleed, HIDA, thyroid uptake/scan, parathyroid, and V/Q perfusion scans
- Cardiac nuclear medicine and SPECT/CT studies performed
- Daily caseload of 15–18 patients
- Patient population spans adolescents through geriatrics
- Schedule is 5x8-hour day shifts from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
- On-call requirement of one night per week (5:30 PM–6:30 AM) and one weekend per month (24-hour coverage Saturday and Sunday)
- Epic EMR used; Radiology CT online training completed on unit
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of Nuclear Medicine Technologist experience required; independent, proficient practice expected
- NMTCB certification required; ARRT preferred
- Current BLS required
- Active VA or Compact license required at time of consideration; license required if applicable
- Proficiency in cardiac studies, bone scans, brain scans, lung scans, renal flow, thyroid studies, SPECT, and myocardial imaging
- Skills in IV starts, phlebotomy, EKGs, and PACS required
- PDF copies of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include preparing, administering, and measuring radioactive isotopes for therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment
- Duties include preparing stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculating doses for administration
- Seasoned travelers preferred; first-time travelers with strong, demonstrated experience will be considered
- Scrub color is Pewter Grey
- Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1 – March 31); religious or medical exemptions subject to CMS compliance review
- This is a smoke- and nicotine-free facility
- All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of consideration; no RTO will be approved after an offer is made
American Traveler Job ID #P-724043. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Medicine
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.