LifePoint Health

Lead Nuclear Medicine Technician

LifePoint Health • $75K — $95K *
Columbus, GA 31907In-Person
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 5 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Graduated from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program required
  • Certified by NMTCB or ARRT in Nuclear Medicine required
  • BLS certification required
  • Minimum 5 years of clinical nuclear medicine experience required
  • Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily operations of the Nuclear Medicine department
  • Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals and medications
  • Perform and evaluate nuclear imaging studies for quality and accuracy
  • Oversee quality control and regulatory compliance
  • Manage radioactive materials inventory and documentation
  • Provide training and ongoing education for staff
  • Collaborate with radiologists to optimize protocols and imaging quality

Benefits

  • Empowerment and support for caregivers
  • Commitment to high-quality patient care
  • Focus on team and individual growth through training
  • Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture
  • Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
Full Job Description
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)

About LifePoint Health

LifePoint Health is a healthcare company that owns and operates hospitals and other healthcare facilities across the United States. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee. LifePoint Health's hospitals offer a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, cardiology, oncology, and women's health. The company is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. LifePoint Health is also dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves through various community outreach programs and initiatives.
Learn more about LifePoint Health
Size
46,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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