Nuclear Medicine Technologist

KIMS Hospitals; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

KIMS Hospitals in Bengaluru East is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our on-site team. You will prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, perform imaging studies, and ensure patient safety following established protocols.

The role requires ARRT certification or equivalent, a degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or related field, and experience with PACS/RIS systems. You will collaborate with physicians and maintain strict quality control and infection prevention.

Qualifications

• ARRT or equivalent nuclear medicine certification and licensure.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear medicine and radiopharmaceutical handling.
• Vigilance in radiation safety and ALARA principles.
• Understanding of clinical patient care and informed cooperation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals and perform imaging procedures.
• Verify patient identity, explain procedures, and ensure safety.
• Maintain calibration and quality control of imaging equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinicians to support diagnosis.

Skills

ARRT certification

Nuclear Medicine expertise

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Radiation safety

Effective communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or related field

Tools

PACS/RIS systems

Job description

Company Description

KIMS Hospitals (Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences) is one of the largest corporate healthcare groups in India, operating a wide network of 27 hospitals with over 8,300 beds across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Kerala. The group provides multi-disciplinary, integrated healthcare services with a strong focus on tertiary and quaternary care at an affordable cost. KIMS Hospitals offers comprehensive services across 25 specialties, including cardiac sciences, oncology, neurosciences, gastric sciences, orthopaedics, organ transplantation, renal sciences, and mother & child care. With multiple units in Bengaluru and other major cities, KIMS Hospitals aims to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care supported by advanced medical technology and skilled healthcare professionals.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Nuclear Medicine Technologist role based at KIMS Hospitals, Bengaluru East. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures, and operate relevant imaging equipment in accordance with established protocols. Responsibilities include verifying patient identity, explaining procedures, ensuring radiation safety, and monitoring patients during and after studies. The role involves collaborating with nuclear medicine physicians and other clinicians to support accurate diagnosis, maintaining detailed documentation, and ensuring proper calibration and quality control of equipment. The technologist will also follow infection control and hospital safety policies, participate in continuous learning, and contribute to a patient-focused care environment.

Qualifications

• Certification and professional registration skills: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent nuclear medicine technologist certification, with valid licensure where applicable.
• Core technical and clinical skills: Nuclear Medicine and Radiopharmaceuticals expertise, including preparation, handling, administration, and imaging protocols.
• Safety and compliance skills: Radiation Safety knowledge, adherence to ALARA principles, and compliance with regulatory and hospital safety standards.
• Medical and patient-care skills: Understanding of Medicine, patient assessment, and ability to explain procedures and obtain informed cooperation.
• Educational background: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiologic Technology, or a closely related field.
• Additional beneficial skills: Experience in hospital-based nuclear medicine departments, familiarity with quality assurance processes, PACS/RIS systems, and documentation standards.
• Professional attributes: Strong attention to detail, ability to follow protocols, effective communication, teamwork skills, and commitment to ethical, patient-centered care.