Nuclear Medicine Technologist, PRN, On-Call
Company: University of Maryland Medical System
Location: Upper Marlboro
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Company Description Located in
Largo in the heart of Prince George’s County, our new
state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical
Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care
services, and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill
patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our
offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status
of Prince George’s County residents. Job Description On-Call
Overview Under general supervision, performs diagnostic and
therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures with radioisotope and
radiation detection methods. Key Responsibilities Key
Responsibility 1: Executes basic clinical competence in nuclear
medicine technology, in all locations across all patient types.
Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and adjunctive
medications in order to perform patient imaging procedures using
nuclear medicine instrumentation. Processes data and enhances
digital images using advanced computer technology. Provides images,
data analysis, and patient information to the physician for
diagnostic interpretation. Selects accurate technical factors and
appropriateness on an individual patient basis and demonstrates
knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age
of the patient. Key Responsibility 2: Applies knowledge of nuclear
medicine principles and practices, including anatomy and
physiology, radiation safety and physics, quality assurance,
positioning and patient care skills. Ensures safety and security in
the storage and delivery of radiopharmaceuticals. Adheres to Joint
Commission, State, Federal and departmental regulatory compliance
standards. Key Responsibility 3: Documents accurate patient care
activity in various electronic health records systems. Key
Responsibility 4: Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment.
Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate
colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors.
Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in
accordance with policy. Key Responsibility 5: Actively participates
in departmental and organizational performance improvement
initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience
and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training
and educational activities. Qualifications Education Graduation
with a certificate or advanced degree in radiation therapy or
nuclear medicine from a program accredited by an agency recognized
by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher
Education Accreditation (CHEA). Experience 1 years
Licensures/Certifications Registered with American Registry
Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (N) and/or Nuclear Medicine Technology
Certification Board (CNMT) Licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist -
State of MD Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification Preferred
Education Associate Degree or Bachelor degree
Licensures/Certifications Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification
Board NCT and/or PET Approval letter from the State of MD Board to
operate a CT/Nuclear Medicine Device or ARRT (CT) Licensed
Radiographer - State of MD Additional Information All your
information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation Pay Range: $43.18 - $64.80 Other Compensation (if
applicable): Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide Like many
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