Nuclear Medicine Technologist Job in Albuquerque, NM

You'll work as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist at University of New Mexico Hospital in Albuquerque, providing diagnostic imaging and therapeutic services across a full spectrum of nuclear medicine procedures.

Role and Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine imaging including cardiac studies, bone scans, HIDA, renograms, liver/spleen imaging, and infection imaging
• Conduct SPECT/CT scans including infection imaging, MIBG, whole body I-123 and I-131 imaging, and Y-90 imaging
• Operate PET/CT scanning including FDG, Dotatate, and PSMA
• Administer therapeutic injections including I-131, Xofigo, and Lutathera
• Perform IV starts, phlebotomy, venous blood draws, and peripheral IV placement and maintenance
• Handle storing, handling, and disposal of radioactive materials per protocol
• Work with 4 general rooms, 1 SPECT/CT, and 2 PET/CT equipment
• Manage both inpatient and outpatient cases for adults and geriatrics; pediatric experience preferred
• Use Cerner charting system and PACS

Schedule and Hours

You'll work 5x8 days with 40 guaranteed hours per week. Minimal on-call requirements include 4:00 PM to 6:00 AM Monday through Friday and 24 hours on weekends. The facility may call off up to 3 times throughout the 13-week assignment.

Requirements

• Current ARRT N or NMTCB certification
• Current ARRT R certification
• Current BLS certification
• New Mexico State License
• CT license required for PET/CT procedures (can be pending with unit assistance)
• PET license preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience; first-time travelers accepted
• No locals within 100 miles

Assignment Details

This is a 91-day assignment starting June 1, 2026. Weekly pay is $2,640. Minimum contract length is 10 weeks. You'll wear hunter green scrubs.