
Nuclear | Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Yakima, WA
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.75
- Weekly
- $2,230
- Yearly (full-time)
- $115,960
- Start date
- November 2, 2026
This job pays about $55.75/hour — 8% below the median for Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Washington ($60.67/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Washington right now
- 13 open Nuclear Medicine Technologist jobs in Washington from 4 agencies, 2 of them in Yakima.
- Pay in these listings: $55.75 – $80.90/hour, median $65.59/hour.
- Typical Nuclear Medicine Technologist pay in Washington: $60.67/hour ($126,194/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($72.67/hour across 7 jobs).
Job description
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Travel Contract – Yakima, WA
Explore a 13-week Nuclear Medicine Technologist travel job in Yakima, Washington, with weekday hours, no regular call, and advanced nuclear imaging technology. Join a collaborative nuclear medicine team serving primarily adult patients with occasional pediatric cases at a 226-bed Level III trauma center. The department has two nuclear medicine rooms and cameras, an average daily volume of approximately 4–10 patients, and a consistent on-site schedule. Yakima is located in the scenic Yakima Valley, known for its sunny climate, outdoor recreation, agriculture, and welcoming community.
Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist Job Details
- Location: Yakima, Washington
- Assignment Type: Travel healthcare contract
- Start Date: November 2, 2026
- End Date: January 30, 2027
- Duration: Approximately 13 weeks
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,150–$2,310
- Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8-hour day shifts, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Weekend and Holiday Schedule: Department is generally closed on weekends and major holidays; occasional Sunday evening dose ordering may be needed for Monday procedures
- Call: None
- Patient Volume: Approximately 4–10 patients per day
- Healthcare Setting: 226-bed Level III trauma center with two nuclear medicine rooms and cameras
- Technology: EPIC, Philips View PACS, Siemens Symbia EVO, GE Optima SPECT, and Nutrec pharmacy software
- Dress Code: Any solid-color scrubs
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Job Requirements
- At least 2 years of acute care experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Prior travel technologist experience is preferred; first-time travelers should have at least 5 years of professional experience
- Current Washington state license, either in hand or with proof that the application was submitted at least 6 weeks prior
- Current BLS certification
- Current ARRT(N) or NMTCB-CNMT certification
- Demonstrated experience with adult nuclear medicine procedures and occasional pediatric imaging
- Ability to work independently or as part of a two-technologist team
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Responsibilities
- Perform nuclear medicine imaging examinations for patients with conditions including thyroid cancer and pulmonary concerns
- Conduct HIDA scans, HIDA scans with ejection fraction, scan-and-uptake studies, three-phase bone scans, and whole-body bone scans
- Perform stress testing and SPECT/CT imaging according to established protocols
- Administer and work safely with I-131 and I-123 radiopharmaceuticals
- Start peripheral IVs and verify patient readiness, orders, and safety requirements before procedures
- Order appropriate doses and coordinate radiopharmaceutical preparation with pharmacy resources
- Operate and maintain nuclear medicine imaging equipment while following radiation safety and quality standards
- Document procedures and patient information accurately in EPIC and support image management through Philips View PACS
- Provide clear patient education and compassionate care throughout the imaging experience
- Float to a nearby imaging location within Yakima when needed
Apply now for this Nuclear Medicine Technologist travel contract in Yakima, Washington, and take the next step in your healthcare career.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
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