Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Company: VHC Health
Location: Arlington
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Overview Located in Arlington,
Virginia, VHC Health is a 548-bed, independent, not-for-profit
health system and nationally recognized teaching hospital that has
proudly served the Washington, DC metropolitan area for more than
75 years. Consistently ranked among the best hospitals in Virginia
and the region, VHC Health was named a 2025 Newsweek World’s Best
Hospital, holds a prestigious Magnet® designation for nursing
excellence, and is a Level II Trauma Center committed to
exceptional, patient-centered care. At VHC Health, you’re more than
an employee, you’re part of a team that values collaboration,
respect, and growth. You’ll work alongside highly skilled
professionals in a supportive environment where your voice is
heard, your contributions matter, and your career development is a
priority. With state-of-the-art facilities, expanding specialty
services, and strong community partnerships, VHC Health offers the
opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career while making a
real difference for patients and the community we serve.
Responsibilities Duties: Knowledgeable of special requirements when
imaging infants and children, including location of pediatric
immobilizers, weight based administration of radiopharmaceuticals,
and any other adjustments in technique, positioning or procedure
necessary to obtain a quality exam. The technologist must keep
parents/legal guardians informed at all times on the condition of
minors and alleviate any fears. Produces high quality diagnostic
medical images for interpretation and to Radiologist specification.
Ability to prepare radio-pharmaceutical aseptically and inject such
radio-pharmaceutical as necessary for the requested study.
Responsible for thoroughly explaining all procedures to each
patient before examination. Employs all necessary patient care
techniques to ensure patient safety and well being. Schedules
patients for nuclear medicine studies. Gives preparation
instructions. Correlates with Cardiologists as required. Pay &
Benefits: Commensurate with experience. Team members are eligible
to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the
date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice.
Employee-Led Engagement and Wellness Committee dedicated to make
work a fun and healthy place to work Annual Employee Survey – Your
Voice is Heard at VHC! Paid Major Holidays Generous Paid Time Off /
Vacation / Sick Time Health Insurance Dental Insurance Tuition
Reimbursement Student Loan Repayment Career Counseling, Leadership
Development and Training Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible
Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases Employee Assistance Program
(EAP) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts Employee Wellness
Benefits Hospital Discount for Employees and Family VHC Health
Outpatient Pharmacy VHC Retirement Program Workforce Enhancement
Program Work/Life Discounts Program Free onsite parking Commuter
Benefits Family Leave 401(k) Match and much more! Qualifications
Purpose & Scope: Performs those duties directly involved with a
variety of technical procedures, administering radio-pharmaceutical
for the purpose of detecting pathology, evaluating function, or as
a means of therapy. MEC approval: 7/11/2016 Education: An associate
degree in radiological procedure is preferred. Experience: One year
of experience in nuclear medicine is preferred.
Certification/Licensure: Registered with the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists (Nuclear) or NMTCB required. BLS
certification required.
Keywords: VHC Health, Columbia , Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Healthcare , Arlington, Maryland
