Lead Nuclear Medical Technologist - Physician Practice - Cardiology
Listed compensation
$38.64-$61.82/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Days (United States of America)
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect.
Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Lead Nuclear Med Technologist - Physician Practice - Cardiology
Job Summary
The Lead Nuclear Medicine Tech applies the practice of nuclear medicine imaging through safe and effective use of radiopharmaceuticals and nuclear medicine equipment.
Essential Functions
Manages the procurement, triage, preparation, quality control, calculation, identification, documentation, administration, disposal, storage, and safe handling of all radioactive materials.
Leads the daily section operations and acts as point of contact for hospital staff, physicians, patients, and their families.
- Manages staff scheduling, maintaining team oversight, and delivering trainings.
- Monitors section’s nuclear equipment, coordinating repairs and making recommendations.
- Researches, develops, and implements quality performance standards and imaging techniques.
Education
Associate’s degree from an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) accredited institute (required)
Licensure/Certification
Certification and Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) (required)
- State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (required)
Experience
2 years of experience practicing Nuclear Medicine (required)
Range
- Minimum: $38.64
- Maximum: $61.82
- Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
- Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department: Cardiovascular Associates of VA - Provider Based
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
Key Responsibilities
The Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist manages the safe preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals while overseeing daily section operations. This role also involves staff scheduling, training, and ensuring the maintenance of nuclear imaging equipment.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate’s degree from an ARRT-accredited institute and possess current ARRT or NMTCB certification. A minimum of 2 years of experience in nuclear medicine and a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Cardiology — Physician Career Context
Of the 38 active Cardiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 63% have no call, 24% require no weekends.
Cardiology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.1 / 10 · above average in cardiology | ranked against 635 Cardiology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $80k–$129k | Cardiology median $550k (middle half $468k–$591k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$103k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Cardiology listings in Virginia | 24 active | 636 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 5% remote · 63% no call · 24% no weekends38 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Virginia Physician listings: 35% state a sign-on bonus (median $55k) · 26% offer loan repayment735 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cardiology hiring demand | #8 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 56 days · 33% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 224 postings, 134 closed |
| New Cardiology listings | 385 in the last 30 days | 253 the 30 days before (+52%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Cardiology pay trend | +8.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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