Senior Level Nuclear Medicine Physician Jobs

Senior level nuclear medicine physician jobs place experienced physicians in charge of imaging program direction, diagnostic protocol ownership, and the clinical or research teams that carry out day-to-day operations. Openings skew heavily on-site given the nature of the work, concentrated in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Radiology Partners, Rush University Medical Center, and Virginia Commonwealth University hiring at this level now.

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Open roles6
Top stateIllinois
Top employerRadiology Partners
Top cityChicago, IL
Work type67% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Day Nuclear Medicine Radiologist - Jefferson Radiology
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Day Nuclear Medicine Radiologist - Jefferson Radiology
Radiology Partners
Hartford, Connecticut
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$600k - $1000k/yr
American Board of Radiology Certification
5,001-10,000

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Nuclear Medicine Radiologist
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Nuclear Medicine Radiologist
Radiology Partners
Scottsdale, Arizona
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Radiology / Imaging
$500k - $600k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Nuclear Medicine Radiologist - Greensboro Radiology
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Nuclear Medicine Radiologist - Greensboro Radiology
Radiology Partners
Greensboro, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Physicians
$550k - $850k/yr
American Board of Radiology Certification
5,001-10,000

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Nuclear Medicine and PET CT Radiologist
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Nuclear Medicine and PET CT Radiologist
Radiology Partners
Remote
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Allied Health
Physicians
Radiology / Imaging
$475k - $1000k/yr
Remote (US)
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Nuclear Medicine Physician - M59966
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Nuclear Medicine Physician - M59966
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
5,001-10,000

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Senior Level Nuclear Medicine Physician Job Market

Who's Hiring

Radiology Partners4 open roles
Rush University Medical Center1 open role
Virginia Commonwealth University1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

Senior Level Nuclear Medicine Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level nuclear medicine physician job?

Candidates who land senior nuclear medicine physician roles typically bring subspecialty expertise in areas like theranostics, PET/CT, or cardiac imaging alongside a record of leading clinical programs or research initiatives. Hiring committees look for physicians who have supervised residents or fellows, contributed to protocol development, and can demonstrate ownership of outcomes rather than execution alone. Board certification and an active state license are baseline expectations at this level.

Which companies hire senior level nuclear medicine physicians?

Companies hiring senior level nuclear medicine physicians right now include Radiology Partners, Rush University Medical Center, and Virginia Commonwealth University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from academic medical centers, large health systems, and radiology groups that need experienced physicians to lead programs rather than fill staffing gaps.

Are there remote senior level nuclear medicine physician jobs?

Yes, though the specialty is predominantly on-site because most diagnostic and therapeutic procedures require in-person imaging equipment and patient contact. About 33% of senior level nuclear medicine physician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote roles typically limited to teleradiology reads, consulting, or medical director positions with administrative scope.

What makes a nuclear medicine physician role senior level?

Senior level nuclear medicine physician roles go beyond interpreting studies. They involve setting departmental direction, owning quality and safety protocols, mentoring residents or fellows, and often holding a formal leadership title such as section chief, program director, or medical director. The scope expands from individual patient care to institutional accountability, with expectations around research output, committee involvement, or strategic input on imaging programs.

Which industries hire the most senior level nuclear medicine physicians?

Senior Level nuclear medicine physician roles concentrate in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume imaging departments, run clinical trials requiring specialized oversight, or manage regional networks where experienced physicians set standards across multiple sites.