Description
At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.
Job Summary
- The Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for coordinating the daily operations of the Nuclear Medicine department, performing a full range of nuclear medicine procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role provides leadership, technical guidance, and training for technologists, while also delivering high-quality patient care and managing quality control, inventory, and accreditation processes.
Essential Functions
- Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and other medications for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
- Performs, processes, and evaluates nuclear imaging studies; ensures quality and accuracy of results
- Oversees quality control procedures, regulatory compliance, and safety standards
- Coordinates and maintains department schedule, coverage, and workflow for Nuclear Medicine staff
- Prepares and manages radioactive materials inventory, calibrations, and documentation per NRC, ACR, and USP guidelines
- Assists the Radiation Safety Officer in monitoring radiation exposure and safety compliance
- Leads equipment maintenance assessments and collaborates on capital planning
- Participates in Radiation Safety Committee meetings and supports accreditation readiness
- Provides training and ongoing education for staff on procedures, safety, and protocols
- Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians to optimize protocols and imaging quality
- Ensures accurate documentation and procedural coding; collaborates with Chargemaster as needed
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Proficient in all nuclear medicine procedures and imaging modalities
- Strong understanding of radiation safety, isotope handling, and regulatory compliance
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to analyze image quality, troubleshoot equipment, and train technologists
- Skilled in maintaining documentation for inspections, accreditation, and inventory
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 75 lbs)
- Repetitive motion, reaching, and patient transfers required
- Exposure to ionizing radiation and hazardous chemicals
- Hospital imaging and procedural areas
- Exposure to radioactive materials, infectious diseases, and stressful situations
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
- Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program (Required)
Licenses/Certifications
- Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine (Required)
- BLS certification (Required)
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of clinical nuclear medicine experience (Required)
- Prior supervisory or lead experience (Preferred)