Description
Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.
Job Summary
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The Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for coordinating the daily operations of the Nuclear Medicine department, performing a full range of nuclear medicine procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role provides leadership, technical guidance, and training for technologists, while also delivering high-quality patient care and managing quality control, inventory, and accreditation processes.
Essential Functions
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Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and other medications for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
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Performs, processes, and evaluates nuclear imaging studies; ensures quality and accuracy of results
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Oversees quality control procedures, regulatory compliance, and safety standards
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Coordinates and maintains department schedule, coverage, and workflow for Nuclear Medicine staff
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Prepares and manages radioactive materials inventory, calibrations, and documentation per NRC, ACR, and USP guidelines
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Assists the Radiation Safety Officer in monitoring radiation exposure and safety compliance
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Leads equipment maintenance assessments and collaborates on capital planning
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Participates in Radiation Safety Committee meetings and supports accreditation readiness
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Provides training and ongoing education for staff on procedures, safety, and protocols
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Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians to optimize protocols and imaging quality
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Ensures accurate documentation and procedural coding; collaborates with Chargemaster as needed
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
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Proficient in all nuclear medicine procedures and imaging modalities
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Strong understanding of radiation safety, isotope handling, and regulatory compliance
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Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
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Ability to analyze image quality, troubleshoot equipment, and train technologists
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Skilled in maintaining documentation for inspections, accreditation, and inventory
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Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 75 lbs)
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Repetitive motion, reaching, and patient transfers required
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Exposure to ionizing radiation and hazardous chemicals
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Hospital imaging and procedural areas
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Exposure to radioactive materials, infectious diseases, and stressful situations
Qualifications
Education
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High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
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Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program (Required)
Licenses/Certifications
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Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine (Required)
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BLS certification (Required)
Experience
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Minimum 5 years of clinical nuclear medicine experience (Required)
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Prior supervisory or lead experience (Preferred)
