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Supervisory Nuclear Medicine Technologist

National Institutes of Health

Department of Health and Human Services

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$102,415 - $133,412

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GS-6 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $37,764 - $49,094

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-5. Bachelor's degree + some experience.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team of nuclear medicine technologists at the National Institutes of Health, overseeing advanced imaging procedures like PET/CT scans to support medical research and patient care.

The role focuses on ensuring safety, coordinating workflows, and training staff in a busy clinical setting.

It's a great fit for an experienced technologist who enjoys supervising others and contributing to cutting-edge health research.

Key Requirements

  • Completion of an accredited educational program in radiologic technology meeting 42 CFR Part 75 standards
  • Active state or national certification as a radiographer in good standing
  • One year of specialized experience at GS-11 level or equivalent, including advanced diagnostic imaging in Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT, CT, Radiography, or DEXA
  • Experience calculating, preparing, and dispensing radiopharmaceutical doses
  • Proficiency in conducting quality control checks and troubleshooting imaging equipment
  • Skills in coordinating imaging workflows with clinical staff for efficient operations
  • Ability to provide training, orientation, and oversight to staff on protocols, safety, and equipment

Full Job Description

The ideal candidate will have an expert understanding of Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT imaging technologies, provide supervisory leadership, and play a key role in optimizing and coordinating various research protocols.

If you are an exceptional leader and ready to contribute to a dynamic facility with a powerful mission, we encourage you to consider joining the Clinical Center at the National Institutes of Health today!

To qualify for a Supervisory Nuclear Medicine Technologist GS-0642: You must have: (1) successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the credentialing standards described in 42 CFR Part 75 that is accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education, AND (2) be certified as a radiographer as evidenced by an active state or national license which is in good standing.

The following meets the above standards: 1.

Persons employed by the Federal Government as a radiologic personnel prior to January 13,1986 who show evidence of current or fully satisfactory performance or certification of such from a licensed practitioner such as a doctor of medicine, osteopathy, dentistry, podiatry, or chiropractic who prescribes radiologic procedures to others.

2.

Persons first employed by the Federal Government as a radiologic personnel after the effective date of the regulation who (a) received training from institutions in a State of foreign jurisdiction that did not accredit training in that particular field at the time of graduation, OR (b) practiced in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not license that particular field or did not allow special eligibility to take a licensure examination for those who did not graduate from an accredited educational program, provided that such persons show evidence of training, experience, and competence as determined by OPM or the employing agency.

Additional Qualifications requirements: I qualify for this position at the GS-12 level because I have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.

Performing advanced diagnostic imaging procedures such as Nuclear Medicine, Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT), Computed Tomography (CT), Radiography, or Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) bone densitometry to produce images that support diagnosis, treatment, or research.

2. Calculating, preparing, and dispensing radiation and radiopharmaceutical patient doses. 3.

Conducting equipment and radiopharmaceutical quality control checks to calibrate or troubleshoot imaging systems. 4.

Coordinating with clinical staff on imaging workflows to support efficient operations and timely patient care. 5.

Providing training, orientation, and formal oversight to staff on performance standards, imaging protocols, safety practices, or equipment operation to ensure consistent and accurate performance.

Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating.

Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy.

Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time.

Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12856633 Major Duties:

  • Ensuring adequate safeguards are followed to maintain radiation protection standards with new and modified procedures.
  • Developing and implementing more efficient and streamlined methods and procedures as required.
  • Consulting with and advising the Operations Manager and physicists on the maintenance and service of imaging equipment.
  • Ensuring safe radiopharmaceutical practice standards are followed to assure safe administration of radiopharmaceuticals to Clinical Center patients and to comply with regulatory standards.
  • Ensuring adequate staffing and smooth day-to-day operations by managing patient and staff scheduling.
  • Remaining current on advancements and best practices in Nuclear Medicine, Bone densitometry, PET/CT, Radiography, and Diagnostic CT and communicates them to the staff.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/8/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/8/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: NIH-CC-MP-26-12856633