Nuclear Medicine Technologist
PeaceHealth
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Job ID: 123308
Location: Bellingham, WA
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Shift Length: 8 Hours
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits
Job Description
Description
Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Day Shift
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center | Bellingham, WA
★ Hiring Bonus & Relocation Assistance May Be Available ★
Full Time | 1.0 FTE | Day Shift
Salary: $48.04 – $72.12/hour
(Rate depends on education, training, experience, seniority, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.)
Why Choose PeaceHealth?
Compassion‑Centered Mission
Be part of a healthcare system where kindness, respect, and equitable care guide every decision.
Competitive Pay & Full Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision
- 403(b) with employer base & matching contributions
- Generous PTO
- Employer‑paid life & disability insurance
- Tuition & continuing education reimbursement
- Wellness benefits & expanded mental health/EAP support
Predictable Day Shift
Enjoy a consistent daytime schedule designed to support routine and stability.
Supportive, Collaborative Team
You’ll join a group that values teamwork, shared responsibility, and fairness.
Holiday and call rotations are equitably distributed across the team so everyone has a balanced schedule and predictable expectations.
What You’ll Do
- Perform routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures with accuracy and patient-centered care
- Prepare and equip exam rooms to meet procedural and physician requirements
- Integrate imaging history, labs, and clinical data to optimize studies
- Select the most appropriate exam based on patient presentation and provider consultation
- Educate and support patients before and after procedures
- Adapt exams to meet patient needs and resolve issues as they arise
- Apply ALARA principles to protect patients, staff, and self
- Operate nuclear medicine equipment for image acquisition, reconstruction, and documentation
- Prepare, calibrate, and administer radiopharmaceuticals
- Maintain records related to radioactive materials, QC, radiation monitoring, and safety surveys
- Perform additional duties within licensure and scope of practice as assigned
What We’re Looking For
- Nuclear Medicine Technology degree (or equivalent)
- 1+ year experience preferred
- Demonstrated venipuncture competency
- PACS/RIS proficiency
- Certification: NMTCB and/or ARRT‑N
- Washington State Radiologic Technologist license
- Basic Life Support (AHA or Red Cross)
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today and become a valued caregiver at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center.
For a full job description or questions, contact Andrea at [email protected].
Bellingham, WA – Influence Relocation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
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