Nuclear Medicine Tech Jobs in Georgia
Nuclear Medicine Tech jobs in Georgia are in steady demand, concentrated in hospital imaging departments, cancer treatment centers, and outpatient diagnostic clinics, with openings at every level from new graduates through senior and lead techs. Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by large systems such as Emory Healthcare, WellStar Health System, and Augusta University Health. The most consistently sought specialties include PET/CT imaging, cardiac nuclear medicine, and thyroid therapy procedures. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Introduction
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Nuclear Medicine Lead Technologist? At Fairview Park Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Benefits
Fairview Park Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
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Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
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401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
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Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
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Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
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Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
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Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
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Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
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Colleague recognition program
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Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Lead Technologist like you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary and Qualifications
- Operates Imaging equipment to produce images of patient’s body for diagnostic purposes and supervises function of employees to adequately maintain flow of patients through Imaging Services Departments.
- The Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead is responsible for the daily operation of the Imaging Section. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating patient scheduling and daily work assignments and serves as a resource for Nuclear Medicine Technologists.
- The Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead suggests changes in procedures, policies, and quality improvement, as well as coordinates training and development of the Imaging Specialists, keeping them advised of technological changes.
- The incumbent identifies cost savings and assures that technical operations stay within the targeted budget. In addition to departmental oversight, the Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead demonstrates mastery of all Hospital or Clinical Level Imaging competencies.
- The Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead performs technical nuclear medicine examinations within the section. The incumbent works independently, performing routine, complex and specialized nuclear medicine procedures and/or PET imaging Work is performed under the general supervision the Radiology Manager and/or Supervisor.
- The Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead must be able to use a wide variety of nuclear medicine equipment and computers.
- The incumbent must be able to provide basic maintenance and repairs, participate in QA/QC and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system (PACS).
- The Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead may be assigned to work in a variety of imaging sections, including a level 1 trauma center and/or critical care areas, assist other radiology modalities and/or clinical services. The incumbent must be able to resolve conflict and endure the pressures associated with a constantly changing work environment.
- The incumbent independently performs procedures on adults, geriatric patients, adolescents and pediatric age groups and performs patient assessment within the scope of practice.
- The Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead works collaboratively other staff to prioritize and organize schedules and to triage routine and emergent procedures. The incumbent has daily contact with professionals, patients and families.
- The Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead coordinates and actively participates in the training of other Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead, fellows, residents, physicians and visiting health care professionals and serves as a clinical instructor for affiliated imaging training programs.
- The incumbent assists with interviews, provides input for annual performance appraisals, evaluates students, and may coordinate holiday and call coverage with the manager.
- The Nuclear Medicine Tech Lead monitors equipment and provides basic maintenance as required.
What qualifications you will need:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- (ARRT-R) Radiography
- Certificate, or Vocational School Graduate
- (CNMT) Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, or (NMT) Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- 2-3 Years of Full Time Nuclear Medical Clinical Experience
Fairview Park Hospital is a 175+ bed acute-care hospital serving the City of Dublin, Laurens County, and the surrounding communities. Our hospital provides 24-hour emergency services, inpatient and outpatient surgery options, and rehabilitation therapy services. Other specialized programs include our Sleep Center at Fairview Park, the Same Day Surgery Center, the Heart Center at Fairview Park, the Women’s Imaging Center and much more. We are committed to providing the best for our community. Our facility's stroke center scored “A” on Patient Safety Report Card. We have been named one of the nation’s top 100 hospitals by Truven Health Analytics, IBM Watson Health.
At Fairview Park Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Nuclear Medicine Lead Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear medicine tech jobs across Georgia.
- Active Georgia-recognized ARRT or NMTCB certification required by state employers
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology from an accredited program
- Hands-on experience operating gamma cameras, PET scanners, and SPECT equipment
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
- Ability to handle and document radiopharmaceuticals in compliance with NRC regulations
- Strong patient communication skills and ability to work rotating or weekend shifts
Nuclear Medicine Tech Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nuclear medicine tech in Georgia?
You become a nuclear medicine tech in Georgia by completing an accredited nuclear medicine technology program, then obtaining national certification through either the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. Georgia employers require one of these credentials, and the state follows national standards for licensure recognition. Most programs are two to four years and include clinical rotations at Georgia hospitals, which often lead directly to hiring opportunities upon graduation.
How much do nuclear medicine teches make in Georgia?
Nuclear medicine teches in Georgia earn a median of about $100,880 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,490 for the lowest 10% to over $125,760 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nuclear medicine techs in Georgia?
Employers hiring nuclear medicine techs in Georgia right now include Northside Hospital, SGMC Health, and Emory Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Georgia's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers account for the majority of permanent openings, while imaging-focused outpatient networks add additional contract and per-diem positions.
Which Georgia cities have the most nuclear medicine tech jobs?
The Georgia cities with the most nuclear medicine tech openings are Atlanta, Rome, and Dublin. Atlanta dominates because of its density of major hospital systems and cancer centers, Augusta draws consistent demand from its academic medical community anchored by Augusta University Health, and Savannah's growing regional hospital network supports steady imaging department hiring across the coastal corridor.
How can I get hired as a nuclear medicine tech in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or clinical associate positions posted by Georgia's large hospital systems, particularly Emory Healthcare and WellStar Health System, which regularly onboard recent program graduates into structured orientation tracks. Candidates who completed clinical rotations at Georgia facilities already have a practical advantage when applying to those same sites. Holding both ARRT and NMTCB credentials strengthens an entry-level application, and lateral movement from radiologic technology or radiation therapy roles is a well-recognized path into nuclear medicine departments across the state.
Where can I find and apply to nuclear medicine tech jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to nuclear medicine tech jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the employer.
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