Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $3,189 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Hermiston, Oregon.

• Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Definition of Position

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist provides healthcare services by applying radionuclides to assist in the diagnosis or treatment of patients. This role involves performing nuclear medicine procedures and related techniques to produce images for interpretation by licensed practitioners. The technologist exercises professional judgment in the performance of services while maintaining a demeanor consistent with medical ethics. The position emphasizes appropriate patient care and recognition of conditions necessary for the successful completion of procedures.

• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures, ensuring proper documentation of patients' clinical history for use by licensed practitioners.


• Prepare patients for procedures by providing instructions to foster cooperation and minimize anxiety.


• Select and operate radiation detection, imaging, and associated equipment to successfully execute procedures.


• Position patients and equipment effectively to best demonstrate the area of interest, considering patient comfort.


• Immobilize patients as required for accurate examinations.


• Prepare, calculate, identify, and administer radiopharmaceuticals and medications as prescribed.


• Evaluate images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.


• Verify informed consent and assist licensed practitioners with interventional procedures.


• Practice aseptic techniques as necessary during procedures.


• Assume responsibility for addressing the physical and emotional needs of patients throughout their procedures.


• Initiate basic life support actions when necessary.


• Maintain knowledge of and observe universal precautions.


• Perform venipuncture as required for procedures.


• Assist in maintaining records, ensuring respect for confidentiality and adherence to established policies.


• Report equipment malfunctions and assume responsibility for the assigned area.


• Provide input for equipment purchasing and supply decisions.


• Offer practical instruction for students and other healthcare professionals.


• Participate in the department's quality assessment and improvement plan, with specific quality control duties as assigned.


• Control inventory and oversee the purchase of supplies for the designated area.


• Apply patient relations skills effectively.


• Pursue continuing education to maintain necessary license and certification.


• Accomplish additional duties as assigned in support of the organization's mission, vision, and values.


• Participate in required education for relevant programs as applicable to the position.

• Required: Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited nuclear medicine program.


• Preferred: Not applicable.

• Required: OBMI and ARRT registered nuclear medicine technologist, current BLS certification.


• Preferred: CRASE training if travel assignment exceeds six months.

• Required: None.


• Preferred: Minimum of two years of experience.

The following physical and sensory functions are essential to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions:

• Auditory ability to detect and respond to various sounds, including patient alarms and verbal communication.


• Clear and effective communication skills for interaction with patients, families, and team members.


• Visual acuity for observing patient conditions and performing clinical tasks.


• Tactile perception for assessing physical characteristics during patient care.


• Motor coordination for performing fine motor tasks with medical equipment.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently, with frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, or repositioning of objects or patients weighing up to 25 pounds.


• Frequent walking and standing throughout the shift.


• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as required.

This position is primarily performed in an indoor healthcare environment, such as a hospital or clinic. The work setting may experience variable indoor temperatures and frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases. Staff are expected to follow

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38486785. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.

Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.

We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.

If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.