Description
Molecular Imaging & Therapeutics APP
Clinical Instructor Rank
Department of Radiology
UNC School of Medicine
The UNC School of Medicine is seeking a 30-hour per week (0.75 FTE) Advanced Practice Provider (APP)—either a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)—to join the Department of Radiology at the rank of Clinical Instructor.
This position offers an opportunity to work in our Molecular Imaging & Therapeutics (MIT) division and conduct clinical research within a collaborative, academic environment dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, and innovation.
Position Overview
The APP will work closely with radiologists and interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while contributing to clinical research initiatives.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Evaluate new patients in the radiopharmaceutical therapy clinic and determine eligibility for treatment in collaboration with the supervising physician
- Conduct follow-up visits between therapies to assess treatment response, monitor side effects, and determine next steps in the therapeutic course
- Review and interpret laboratory results to ensure patients meet treatment parameters
- Monitor, assess, and manage therapy-related toxicities and side effects
- Ensure all required imaging studies are current, complete, and appropriately loaded into PACS
- Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, technologists, and other members of the treatment team
- Communicate effectively with referring physicians regarding patient eligibility, treatment plans, and ongoing care
- Provide compassionate, patient-centered care and education to patients and their families throughout the treatment process
- Support clinical research studies as a Co-Investigator, assisting the Principal Investigator with tasks including verification of study eligibility, placing research orders in the electronic medical record (phlebotomy, imaging, etc.), assessing adverse events, placing IVs and administering contrast agents for research studies (as applicable within scope of practice), and monitoring participants for contrast reactions during scans
Qualifications
Required:
- Strong clinical assessment and decision making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to high quality, compassionate patient care
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
Preferred:
- Prior experience in oncology, nuclear medicine, or related specialty care
- Basic knowledge of radiopharmaceutical therapies, specifically Lu-177 Pluvicto, is helpful but not required
- Research experience, particularly in a clinical or academic setting, is helpful but not required
Our Mission
At UNC, our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve through excellence in:
Patient Care – Delivering outstanding clinical care while reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education – Preparing tomorrow’s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers through innovative, integrated, and team-based learning.
Research – Advancing discovery through robust basic, translational, mechanistic, and population health research programs supported by strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a global leader in innovative teaching, research, and public service, consistently ranks among the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts, and championship-caliber athletics, Carolina is an exceptional place to teach, work, and learn.
Located in one of the best college towns in the United States, Chapel Hill offers diverse social, cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities across both campus and community. University employees enjoy extensive professional development programs, career growth opportunities, and lifelong learning resources, along with exclusive retail and restaurant discounts, performing arts savings, local childcare benefits, and special rates for campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, generous paid leave, and a variety of health, life, and retirement plans that support a healthy work/life balance.
Join a nationally recognized academic health system where clinical excellence, research innovation, and community impact intersect.
Apply today to become part of Carolina Radiology.
