What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Nuclear Medicine Tech position at Jackson Therapy Partners?
Jackson HealthPros is seeking a skilled Nuclear Medicine Technologist to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team. The technologist will prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate radiation detection and imaging equipment, perform PET and conventional nuclear medicine studies, follow radiation safety protocols, and document procedures in the electronic medical record.
Minimum Requirements
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in nuclear medicine technology or related field.
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or ARRT(N) required.
- Current BLS certification required.
- Current state license to practice nuclear medicine in Nebraska as required.
- Experience with GE Discovery 630 (dual head) and GE PET 8 or equivalent PET and gamma camera systems preferred.
- Experience using EPIC and PACS/McKesson charting and imaging systems preferred.
- Ability to comply with client radius rule: candidate must reside outside a 50-mile radius from the facility and may not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI or Dignity).
- Driver’s license required at submittal for radius verification.
- Willingness to follow facility policies including fingernail/artificial nail policy (artificial nails prohibited in patient care areas).
- Orientation requirement: up to 12 hours of orientation.
- Preferred: additional ARRT credentials such as RT(R), CT, or MR.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Hospital.
- Shift: Days.
- Shift hours: 0700–1500 (typical schedule).
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, no weekends, no call for Nuclear Medicine.
- Orientation: 1–3 shifts departmental orientation; 12 orientation hours noted.
- Charting system: EPIC.
- Radiation badge provided by client.
- Floating: XR/CT licensed techs may float to XR/CT; MRI/NM techs with additional licenses may float per department need.
- Standby/response: department may require a 30-minute response time for standby where applicable.
Location Highlights
Lincoln, NE offers a mix of cultural attractions and outdoor recreation within easy reach. The city features the Sunken Gardens and the Nebraska State Capitol within a short drive of downtown, and Holmes Lake Park and Pioneers Park are within 10–15 minutes for outdoor walking and trails. Lincoln is approximately a 1-hour drive from Mahoney State Park and about 2.5 hours from the western edge of the Nebraska Sandhills, offering additional outdoor recreation. The city provides a moderate urban lifestyle with a college-town atmosphere anchored by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, local theater at the Lied Center, and a variety of restaurants and craft breweries within the Haymarket District. Public transit and regional bus services provide commuting options, and Lincoln Municipal Airport is located within the city limits for regional flights.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We offer comprehensive benefits for travelers starting day one. Benefits include medical options, 401k matching, recruiter support, referral programs, housing assistance options, and travel and license reimbursement.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.