Nuclear Medicine Technician Jobs in North Carolina

A Nuclear Medicine Technician plays a vital role in the radiology field, applying their specialized skills in using radioactive drugs and scanning equipment to create images of the internal body structures. These images are used by physicians to diagnose and treat various medical conditions. They ensure the correct amount of radiation is used, monitor patient reactions during procedures, and provide critical data for interpretation by a physician. To effectively perform these duties, strong technical skills in operation of medical imaging equipment are required, along with meticulous attention to detail, excellent patient care abilities, and good communication skills.

Before becoming a Nuclear Medicine Technician, a person may have roles such as Radiologic Technologist, MRI Technologist, or a Registered Nurse. These roles provide valuable experience in patient care and medical imaging. To become a Nuclear Medicine Technician, individuals typically need to complete an accredited nuclear medicine technology program, and pass a certification exam. Certification can be obtained from organizations such as the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). Additionally, many states require licensing for these professionals to practice.

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

  • Novant Health
  • Thomasville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Thomasville, NC
  • 1 day ago

Licensure/Certification: Certified and registered in Nuclear Medicine by ARRT or NMTCB RT(N) or CNMT, required. IV Credentialed, required. Applicable state license, required....

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC
  • 27 days ago
  • Waynesville, NC
  • 27 days ago

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist? At Mission Hospital, you come first....

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

  • Mission Hospital
  • Asheville, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 60+ days ago

What qualifications you will need: Required Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine. Required License: Must be ARRT registered and/ or NMTCB registered....

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Nuclear Med Tech PRN Angel Medical Center

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Franklin, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Franklin, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Outpatient services include a full laboratory, digital mammography, CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, rehab therapy, as well as surgical and endoscopy services....

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Nuclear Medicine Tech - Various Locations in Charlotte Region

  • Novant Health
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 19 hours ago

Medicine Program Certified and registered in Nuclear Medicine by ARRT or NMTCB - RT(N) or CNMT Prior acute care experience preferred Strong communication skills and attention to detail What You'll...

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Radiology - Nuclear Med Tech

  • GQR
  • Clyde, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Clyde, NC
  • 4 days ago

Nuclear Medicine MT Job Location: Clyde, NC Profession: Medical Technologist Estimated Pay: $2088.00 Duration (weeks): 13 Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Shift Details: Day *Estimated weekly pay includes...

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist-First Shift

  • Duke University
  • Durham, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 6 days ago

(Certified Nuclear Medicine Tech) or ARRT Nuclear Medicine (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) Clinical Ladder State- of -the- art- technology Join the Duke Health Nuclear Medicine Team...

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

  • AMN Corporate
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago

REQUIREMENTS Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Nuclear Medicine Experience: 2 years Certifications: N-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(Copy needed); BLS-AHA(Copy needed) Holidays: Travelers...

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Outpatient Clinic

  • Accountable Healthcare Staffing
  • Clyde, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Clyde, NC
  • 6 days ago

Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Outpatient Clinic Clyde, NC Job Type: Travel Practice Area: Allied Specialty: Outpatient Clinic Start Date: 06/14/2026 Share Description If you would like to combine...

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Nuclear Med Technologist - PRN

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Monroe, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Monroe, NC
  • 7 days ago

Education, Experience and Certifications Successful completion of formal Nuclear Medicine Technology Program in an AMA Approved facility required....

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Travel Nuclear Medicine Tech (973712)

  • Titan Medical Group
  • Clyde, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Clyde, NC
  • 7 days ago

Travel Nuclear Medicine Tech Weekly Gross Pay: $2196 - $2396 Location: Clyde, NC, United States Start date: 05-26-2026 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel...

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

  • Huntersville, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC
  • 7 days ago

Licensure/Certificion: Certified and registered in Nuclear Medicine by ARRT or NMTCB RT(N) or CNMT, required....

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Traveling Nuclear Medicine Tech

  • Jackson HealthPros
  • Clyde, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Clyde, NC
  • 7 days ago

Minimum 2 years' experience as a nuclear medicine technologist. Experience operating nuclear medicine imaging equipment and radiation detection devices....

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Nuclear Medicine Technician

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Rutherfordton, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Rutherfordton, NC
  • 7 days ago

As a Nuclear Medicine Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier....

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Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $2,347 per week

  • AMN Healthcare Allied
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 10 days ago

Nuclear medicine technologist, nuclear medicine tech, nuclear medicine, radiopharmaceuticals, NMT, positron emission tomography, positron emission, PET, hospital, allied, allied health AMN Healthcare...

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Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Nuclear Medicine Technician Jobs in North Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Nuclear Medicine Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Nuclear Medicine Technicians in North Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.6%
Associate's Degree
31.3%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.1%
High School or GED
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nuclear Medicine Technicians in North Carolina
1-2 years
34.9%
Less than 1 year
28.2%
2-4 years
22.2%
None
14.7%


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